Below Average
#7373 of 9,539 schools in CA
Banning Independent Study
School · Banning Unified
1151 West Wilson St., Banning, CA 92220
Enrollment
96
Student-Teacher
24:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
96
Student-Teacher
24:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,373 of 9,539
In Banning
#3 of 8
public schools
In district
#4 of 9
Banning Unified
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Banning Independent Study
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About Banning Independent Study
Banning Independent Study is a public school in Banning, CA, part of Banning Unified. Banning Independent Study serves approximately 96 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 24:1 student-teacher ratio. Banning Independent Study has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #7,373 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Banning Independent Study show 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 4.6
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 96 students, Banning Independent Study is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Banning Independent Study sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Banning Independent Study runs 24:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Banning Independent Study — Students at Banning Independent Study score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 24 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.0/10.
How Banning Independent Study Compares
See how Banning Independent Study performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1151 West Wilson St., Banning, CA 92220
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Banning Independent Study may also want to explore other schools in the area. 21st Century Learning Institute (rated 5.8/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Beaumont), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 4.7/10, 2.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Banning, see our Banning schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Nicolet Middle Banning | 0.1 mi | 3.4 |
| Central Elementary Banning | 0.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Florida Street Discovery Center Banning | 0.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Hoffer Elementary Banning | 0.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Banning High Banning | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| New Horizon High Banning | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Hemmerling Elementary Banning | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Beaumont Middle College High Banning | 2.3 mi | — |
| YOUNG SCHOLAR EDUCATION CENTER Banning | 2.6 mi | — |
| MORONGO SCHOOL Banning | 2.8 mi | 5.3 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Banning | 2.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Sundance Elementary Beaumont | 4.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Starlight Elementary Beaumont | 4.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Anna Hause Elementary Beaumont | 5.0 mi | 4.5 |
| San Gorgonio Middle Beaumont | 5.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Glen View High Beaumont | 5.4 mi | 4.5 |
| 21st Century Learning Institute Beaumont | 5.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Palm Innovation Academy Beaumont | 5.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Cabazon Elementary Cabazon | 5.6 mi | 5.1 |
| CHILDHELP SCHOOL Beaumont | 5.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92220 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,116
Median Home Value
$324,800
Median Rent
$1,499/mo
Population
33,428
College Educated
16.8%
Homeownership
72.2%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
18.7%
Median Age
42.7
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| La Vida Charter Ukiah, CA | 4.8 |
| RIVER VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Glenn, CA | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Banning Independent Study
What grades does Banning Independent Study serve?
Banning Independent Study serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Banning Independent Study?
Banning Independent Study has an enrollment of approximately 96 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Banning Independent Study?
The student-teacher ratio at Banning Independent Study is 24:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Banning Independent Study rank in CA?
Banning Independent Study ranks #7,373 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Banning Independent Study's MySchoolScout rating?
Banning Independent Study has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Banning Independent Study?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Banning Independent Study has 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Banning Independent Study a charter school?
No, Banning Independent Study is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Banning Independent Study a Title I school?
No, Banning Independent Study is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Banning Independent Study?
84.4% of students at Banning Independent Study qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 96
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.4%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Riverside County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.2%
- Phone
- (951) 922-0268
- 4-Year Graduation
- 64.5%
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District
Banning Unified- District Enrollment
- 4,316
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,637
- District Rank
- #4 of 9
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