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Byron Institute for Independent Study
Elementary School · Byron Union Elementary
40 Newbury Ln., Discovery Bay, CA 94505
Enrollment
21
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
21
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Byron Institute for Independent Study
Elementary School in Discovery Bay · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Byron Institute for Independent Study
Byron Institute for Independent Study is a public elementary school in Discovery Bay, CA, part of Byron Union Elementary. Byron Institute for Independent Study serves approximately 21 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Byron Institute for Independent Study show 15% math proficiency (2024 CAASPP) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 CAASPP). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 21 students, Byron Institute for 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 21 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Address
- 40 Newbury Ln., Discovery Bay, CA 94505
- Phone
- (925) 809-7550
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 4 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Funding & Resources
Location
40 Newbury Ln., Discovery Bay, CA 94505
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Byron Institute for Independent Study may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Summer Lake Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Oakley). Another option is Old River Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Knightsen). Additionally, Marsh Creek Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Brentwood). For more schools in Discovery Bay, see our Discovery Bay schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Timber Point Elementary Discovery Bay | 0.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Loe Hart School Discovery Bay | 0.9 mi | — |
| ALL GOD'S CHILDREN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Discovery Bay | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| All God's Children Christian School Discovery Bay | 1.1 mi | — |
| Discovery Bay Elementary Discovery Bay | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Old River Elementary Knightsen | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Excelsior Middle Byron | 2.4 mi | 6.2 |
| La Paloma High (Continuation) Brentwood | 3.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Knightsen Elementary Knightsen | 4.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Garin Elementary Brentwood | 4.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Edna Hill Middle Brentwood | 4.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Summer Lake Elementary Oakley | 5.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Liberty High Brentwood | 4.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Mary Casey Black Elementary Brentwood | 4.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Celebration Center Brentwood | 4.5 mi | — |
| LOVE FOR LEARNING Brentwood | 4.6 mi | — |
| Independence High Brentwood | 4.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Brentwood Elementary Brentwood | 5.1 mi | 5.7 |
| SENECA CENTER'S UPRISING ACADEMY Brentwood | 5.3 mi | — |
| Marsh Creek Elementary Brentwood | 5.8 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94505 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$154,063
Median Home Value
$787,500
Median Rent
$2,894/mo
Population
15,316
College Educated
33%
Homeownership
88.7%
Avg Commute
41.9 min
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Median Age
44.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Byron Institute for Independent Study
What grades does Byron Institute for Independent Study serve?
Byron Institute for Independent Study serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Byron Institute for Independent Study?
Byron Institute for Independent Study has an enrollment of approximately 21 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Byron Institute for Independent Study?
The student-teacher ratio at Byron Institute for Independent Study is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Byron Institute for Independent Study?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Byron Institute for Independent Study has 15% math proficiency (2024 CAASPP) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 CAASPP).
Is Byron Institute for Independent Study a charter school?
No, Byron Institute for Independent Study is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Byron Institute for Independent Study a Title I school?
No, Byron Institute for Independent Study is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Byron Institute for Independent Study?
38.1% of students at Byron Institute for 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 21
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 38.1%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.6%
- Phone
- (925) 809-7550
Resources & Links
District
Byron Union Elementary- District Enrollment
- 1,240
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,770
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