Below Average
#7889 of 9,539 schools in CA
Goodwill Independent Study
High School · Victor Valley Union High
16350 Mojave Dr., Victorville, CA 92395
Enrollment
180
Student-Teacher
30:1
Score
4.6
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
180
Student-Teacher
30:1
Score
4.6
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,889 of 9,539
In Victorville
#20 of 36
public schools
In district
#9 of 10
Victor Valley Union High
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Goodwill Independent Study
Goodwill Independent Study is a public high school in Victorville, CA, part of Victor Valley Union High. Goodwill Independent Study serves approximately 180 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 30:1 student-teacher ratio. Goodwill Independent Study has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #7,889 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Goodwill Independent Study show 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 6.0
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 180 students, Goodwill 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 Goodwill 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.
Goodwill Independent Study runs 30:1 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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Goodwill Independent Study — Students at Goodwill Independent Study score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 11 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: 9.8/10.
How Goodwill Independent Study Compares
See how Goodwill Independent Study performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
16350 Mojave Dr., Victorville, CA 92395
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Goodwill Independent Study may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Victor Valley Virtual Academy (rated 6.1/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Goodwill High (rated 5.4/10), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Victor Valley High (rated 4.7/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Victorville, see our Victorville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92395 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,407
Median Home Value
$335,900
Median Rent
$1,478/mo
Population
49,323
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
52.8%
Avg Commute
36.4 min
Poverty Rate
22.1%
Median Age
33.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Goodwill Independent Study
What grades does Goodwill Independent Study serve?
Goodwill Independent Study serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Goodwill Independent Study?
Goodwill Independent Study has an enrollment of approximately 180 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Goodwill Independent Study?
The student-teacher ratio at Goodwill Independent Study is 30:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Goodwill Independent Study rank in CA?
Goodwill Independent Study ranks #7,889 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Goodwill Independent Study's MySchoolScout rating?
Goodwill Independent Study has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Goodwill Independent Study?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Goodwill Independent Study has 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Goodwill Independent Study a charter school?
No, Goodwill Independent Study is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Goodwill Independent Study a Title I school?
No, Goodwill Independent Study is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Goodwill Independent Study?
83.9% of students at Goodwill 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
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 180
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 30:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.9%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Bernardino County
- Phone
- (760) 955-3440
- 4-Year Graduation
- 52.0%
Resources & Links
District
Victor Valley Union High- District Enrollment
- 11,568
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,559
- District Rank
- #9 of 10
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