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Bishop Independent Study
High School · Bishop Unified
PO Box 998, Big Pine, CA 93513
Enrollment
9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
9
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Bishop Independent Study
Bishop Independent Study is a public high school in Big Pine, CA, part of the Bishop Unified. The school serves approximately 9 students in grades 9th – 12th. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $54,485, where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 9 students, Bishop Independent Study is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
Located in a rural area, Bishop Independent Study may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 9 students
- Type
- Public
- Address
- PO Box 998, Big Pine, CA 93513
- Website
- bishopschools.org
- Phone
- (760) 938-2001
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
PO Box 998, Big Pine, CA 93513
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bishop Independent Study may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Round Valley Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 23.2 miles away, in nearby Bishop). Another option is Home Street Middle (rated 8.2/10, 15.1 miles away, in nearby Bishop). Additionally, Big Pine Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 2.3 miles away). For more schools in Big Pine, see our Big Pine schools guide .
Nearby Schools
12 within 25.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Palisade Glacier High (Continuation) Big Pine | 0.0 mi | — |
| Big Pine Elementary Big Pine | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Big Pine High Big Pine | 2.3 mi | — |
| Bishop Union High Bishop | 15.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Home Street Middle Bishop | 15.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Keith B. Bright High (Juvenile Hall) Bishop | 15.1 mi | — |
| Bishop Elementary Bishop | 15.3 mi | 7.0 |
| BISHOP ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bishop | 15.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Jill Kinmont Boothe Bishop | 15.5 mi | — |
| Round Valley Elementary Bishop | 23.2 mi | 9.5 |
| Owens Valley High Independence | 25.2 mi | — |
| Owens Valley Elementary Independence | 25.2 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93513 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,485
Median Home Value
$288,700
Median Rent
$1,000/mo
Population
1,525
College Educated
18.7%
Homeownership
76.4%
Avg Commute
21.8 min
Poverty Rate
13.4%
Median Age
48
Community Profile
The community surrounding Bishop Independent Study has a median household income of $54,485. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $288,700, with a median rent of $1,000/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.4%. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bishop Independent Study
What grades does Bishop Independent Study serve?
Bishop Independent Study serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Bishop Independent Study?
Bishop Independent Study has an enrollment of approximately 9 students.
Is Bishop Independent Study a charter school?
No, Bishop Independent Study is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bishop Independent Study a Title I school?
No, Bishop Independent Study is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bishop Independent Study?
44.4% of students at Bishop 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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Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Elevated (840/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.4%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Inyo County
- Phone
- (760) 938-2001
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Bishop Unified- District Enrollment
- 1,933
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,865
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