Independent Elementary School

About Independent Elementary School

An independent elementary school is a school that operates independently of any government or religious body. It is usually a private school, often funded by tuition fees, though some independent elementary schools are publicly funded. Independent elementary schools are typically small and have a strong sense of community, where teachers, staff, and parents work together to create a positive learning environment.
Independent elementary schools often offer a curriculum that is tailored to the individual needs of each student. This often includes classes in the arts, sciences, and humanities, as well as foreign languages and physical education. Independent schools also often offer a variety of extracurricular activities, such as sports, music, and drama.
Independent elementary schools are seen as a great option for those looking for an alternative to the traditional public school system. They often have a more personalized approach to education and can provide smaller class sizes and more individual attention. The focus on student-centered learning and the emphasis on the development of the whole child are some of the reasons why many parents choose independent elementary schools for their children.

Address:	21201 Independent Sch Rd. Castro Valley, CA 94546
Phone:	(510) 537-9558
Site:	independent.cv.k12.ca.us
Grades:	K – 5
Enrollment:	629 students

Overview Independent Elementary School

Independent Elementary School serves 629 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
Independent Elementary School placed in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Verdict on Independent Elementary School

Independent Elementary School is ranked within the top 20% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Independent Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.