Serving 86 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Summit View Independent Study ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 86 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Summit View Independent Study ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Summit View Independent Study's student population of 86 students has declined by 66% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 55% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
86 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Summit View Independent Study ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Summit View Independent Study is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3220 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
52%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
35%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Summit View Independent Study's ranking?
Summit View Independent Study is ranked #3220 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Summit View Independent Study?
The graduation rate of Summit View Independent Study is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Summit View Independent Study?
86 students attend Summit View Independent Study.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Summit View Independent Study students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Summit View Independent Study?
Summit View Independent Study has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Summit View Independent Study offer ?
Summit View Independent Study offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Summit View Independent Study part of?
Summit View Independent Study is part of Riverside Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Summit View Independent Study located?
Summit View Independent Study is located in the Victoria neighborhood of Riverside, CA. There are 9 other public schools located in Victoria.
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