Independence High (Alternative)

The entrance to Independence High in Merced.

The campus of Independence High in Merced.

A classroom at Independence High in Merced.

Independence High is an alternative school in Merced.

Independence High (Alternative)

Public High School | Grade 9-12

1900 G St, Merced, CA

Downtown Merced Neighborhood

Merced Union High School District

92 Students

B+

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Head of School
Cristi Schumacher

Student Teacher Ratio
7:1

Math Proficiency
5%

Reading Proficiency
32%

Average GPA
3.17

Graduation Rate
95%

Academics

Teachers

Administration

Resources/Facilities

B-

Clubs and Activities

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Average GPA

3.17

Reading Proficiency

32%

Math Proficiency

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio

7:1

Teachers

Full Time Teachers

Teachers in First or Second Year

Clubs and Activities

Girls Athletic Participation

Very Low

Boys Athletic Participation

Very Low

Test Scores

Equity

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

48:1

Student Diversity

Male

50.6%

Female

49.4%

Hispanic

70.1%

White

14.9%

Black

10.3%

Two or more races

2.3%

Asian

1.1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.

University of California - Merced 2 Students

San Francisco State University 1 Students

California State University - Stanislaus 1 Students

Santa Clara University 1 Students

Merced College 1 Students

Parsons School of Design at The New School 1 Students

Mount Saint Mary's University Los Angeles 1 Students

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising - Los Angeles 1 Students

Laguna College of Art & Design 1 Students

Musicians Institute 1 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.

Music Performance 1 Students

International Business 1 Students

Animation, Video Graphics and Special Effects 1 Students

Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management 1 Students

Fashion and Apparel Design 1 Students

Game Design and Interactive Media 1 Students

Cinematography and Video Production 1 Students

Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia 1 Students

Design and Visual Communications 1 Students

Musical Instruments 1 Students

This School’s Reviews

4.0 NicheUser

5/12/2016

I had a great experience with my teachers, and the learning environment for myself. Administration needs to be organized and support the goals of individual students.

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List Price Range

$210K - $799K

Homes For Sale

Average Home Value

$327,249

Median Lot Size

7,405 Sq Ft

% Renters

67%

Average Household Income

$45,888

% of College Grads

14.8%

Median Age

Average House Size

1,404 Sq Ft

% Commercial Property

58.3%

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Land
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2 Baths
1,454 Sq Ft

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4 Baths
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2.5 Baths
1,824 Sq Ft

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California Merced County Merced 95340 Downtown Merced

Independence High (Alternative) is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Merced, CA and is served by the Merced Union High School District in California. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 92 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 7:1. Academic records show that 5% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 32% are proficient in reading. Independence High (Alternative) has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 2 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.17, and the graduation rate is 95%. The average home value in this area is $327,249. Discover additional schools in the area, like Yosemite High School, Sequoia High School, Golden Valley High School, and more. Learn more about what Merced has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Independence High (Alternative).

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