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#6146 of 9,539 schools in CA
Community School/independent Alternative Education
School · San Bernardino County Office of Education
601 North E St., San Bernardino, CA 92415
Enrollment
430
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
430
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,146 of 9,539
In San Bernardino
#47 of 73
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
San Bernardino County Office of Education
School environment
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Community School/independent Alternative Education
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About Community School/independent Alternative Education
Community School/independent Alternative Education is a public school in San Bernardino, CA, part of San Bernardino County Office of Education. Community School/independent Alternative Education serves approximately 430 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Community School/independent Alternative Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #6,146 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Community School/independent Alternative Education show 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 4.8
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Community School/independent Alternative Education 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.
Score Breakdown
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Community School/independent Alternative Education — Students at Community School/independent Alternative Education score 4% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.8/10.
How Community School/independent Alternative Education Compares
See how Community School/independent Alternative Education 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
601 North E St., San Bernardino, CA 92415
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Community School/independent Alternative Education may also want to explore other schools in the area. Anderson (rated 4.5/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Norton Science and Language Academy (rated 3.8/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Bernardino, see our San Bernardino schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Juanita Blakely Jones Elementary San Bernardino | 0.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Captain Leland Norton Elementary San Bernardino | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Hardy Brown College Prep Sacramento | 0.7 mi | 3.9 |
| Riley Elementary San Bernardino | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Lincoln Elementary San Bernardino | 0.9 mi | 3.9 |
| H. Frank Dominguez Elementary San Bernardino | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Lytle Creek Elementary San Bernardino | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| SOAR Charter Academy San Bernardino | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Norton Science and Language Academy San Bernardino | 1.2 mi | 3.8 |
| E. Neal Roberts Elementary San Bernardino | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Sierra School at San Bernardino City San Bernardino | 1.2 mi | — |
| Anderson San Bernardino | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Mt. Vernon Elementary San Bernardino | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Woodward Leadership Academy San Bernardino | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Sierra High San Bernardino | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| San Bernardino High San Bernardino | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Richardson PREP HI Middle San Bernardino | 1.4 mi | 9.4 |
| Savant Preparatory Academy of Business San Bernardino | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Bradley Elementary San Bernardino | 1.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Roosevelt Elementary San Bernardino | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92415 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Population
0
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Community School/independent Alternative Education
What grades does Community School/independent Alternative Education serve?
Community School/independent Alternative Education serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Community School/independent Alternative Education?
Community School/independent Alternative Education has an enrollment of approximately 430 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Community School/independent Alternative Education?
The student-teacher ratio at Community School/independent Alternative Education is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Community School/independent Alternative Education rank in CA?
Community School/independent Alternative Education ranks #6,146 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Community School/independent Alternative Education's MySchoolScout rating?
Community School/independent Alternative Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Community School/independent Alternative Education?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Community School/independent Alternative Education has 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Community School/independent Alternative Education a charter school?
No, Community School/independent Alternative Education is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Community School/independent Alternative Education a Title I school?
No, Community School/independent Alternative Education is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Community School/independent Alternative Education?
86.5% of students at Community School/independent Alternative Education qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 430
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.5%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- San Bernardino County
- Phone
- (909) 386-2722
- 4-Year Graduation
- 52.0%
Resources & Links
District
San Bernardino County Office of Education- District Enrollment
- 2,259
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $169,801
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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