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#5469 of 9,539 schools in CA
Duane E. Furman Independent Study
School · Madera Unified
955 West Pecan Ave., Madera, CA 93637
Enrollment
348
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
348
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,469 of 9,539
In Madera
#16 of 41
public schools
In district
#10 of 27
Madera Unified
Academic growth
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Duane E. Furman Independent Study
School in Madera · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Duane E. Furman Independent Study
Duane E. Furman Independent Study is a public school in Madera, CA, part of Madera Unified. Duane E.
Furman Independent Study serves approximately 348 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 18.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Duane E. Furman Independent Study has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #5,469 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Duane E. Furman Independent Study show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Duane E. Furman 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.
74% of students at Duane E. Furman Independent Study were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Duane E. Furman Independent Study — Students at Duane E. Furman Independent Study score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 28 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: 8.7/10.
How Duane E. Furman Independent Study Compares
See how Duane E. Furman 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
955 West Pecan Ave., Madera, CA 93637
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Duane E. Furman Independent Study may also want to explore other schools in the area. Pioneer Technical Center (rated 5.5/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Madera County Independent Academy (rated 4.7/10, 2.0 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Gould Educational Center (rated 3.0/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Madera, see our Madera schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Madera Unified Adult Transition Program Madera | 0.1 mi | — |
| Madera South High Madera | 0.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Alpha Elementary Madera | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| REMNANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Madera | 0.7 mi | — |
| James Madison Elementary Madera | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Madera High Madera | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Gould Educational Center Madera | 1.1 mi | 3.0 |
| St. Joachim Elementary Madera | 1.5 mi | — |
| John Adams Elementary Madera | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| ST JOACHIM SCHOOL Madera | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Thomas Jefferson Middle Madera | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Parkwood Elementary Madera | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Sierra Vista Elementary Madera | 1.6 mi | 3.8 |
| George Washington Elementary Madera | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Middle Madera | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Madera County Independent Academy Madera | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Virginia Lee Rose Elementary Madera | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Juvenile Hall (Endeavor/Voyager Secondary) Madera | 2.1 mi | — |
| Pioneer Technical Center Madera | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Lincoln Elementary Madera | 2.5 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93637 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,621
Median Home Value
$369,200
Median Rent
$1,345/mo
Population
42,278
College Educated
13.3%
Homeownership
57.8%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
20%
Median Age
33
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Duane E. Furman Independent Study
What grades does Duane E. Furman Independent Study serve?
Duane E. Furman Independent Study serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Duane E. Furman Independent Study?
Duane E. Furman Independent Study has an enrollment of approximately 348 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Duane E. Furman Independent Study?
The student-teacher ratio at Duane E. Furman Independent Study is 18.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Duane E. Furman Independent Study rank in CA?
Duane E. Furman Independent Study ranks #5,469 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Duane E. Furman Independent Study's MySchoolScout rating?
Duane E. Furman Independent Study has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Duane E. Furman Independent Study?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Duane E. Furman Independent Study has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Duane E. Furman Independent Study a charter school?
No, Duane E. Furman Independent Study is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Duane E. Furman Independent Study a Title I school?
No, Duane E. Furman Independent Study is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Duane E. Furman Independent Study?
92.8% of students at Duane E. Furman 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
- 348
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.8%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Madera County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 74.1%
- Phone
- (559) 675-4482
- 4-Year Graduation
- 67.0%
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District
Madera Unified- District Enrollment
- 20,142
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,565
- District Rank
- #10 of 27
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