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#4098 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 43% in state
Heritage Valley Independent Study
School · Fillmore Unified
PO Box 697, Fillmore, CA 93016
Enrollment
31
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
31
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,098 of 9,539
In Fillmore
#1 of 7
public schools
In district
#1 of 8
Fillmore Unified
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Heritage Valley Independent Study
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About Heritage Valley Independent Study
Heritage Valley Independent Study is a public school in Fillmore, CA, part of Fillmore Unified. Heritage Valley Independent Study serves approximately 31 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th. Heritage Valley Independent Study has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #4,098 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Heritage Valley Independent Study show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 31 students, Heritage Valley 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 Heritage Valley 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.
Score Breakdown
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Heritage Valley Independent Study — Students at Heritage Valley Independent Study score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 16 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.9/10.
How Heritage Valley Independent Study Compares
See how Heritage Valley Independent Study performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
PO Box 697, Fillmore, CA 93016
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Heritage Valley Independent Study may also want to explore other schools in the area. Walnut Canyon Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Moorpark), which scores notably higher. Another option is Grace Thille Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 8.7 miles away, in nearby Santa Paula), which scores notably higher. Additionally, The High School at Moorpark College (rated 7.3/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Moorpark), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Fillmore, see our Fillmore schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fillmore Senior High Fillmore | 0.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Sierra High Fillmore | 0.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Fillmore Middle Fillmore | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| San Cayetano Elementary Fillmore | 0.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Mountain Vista Fillmore | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Rio Vista Elementary Fillmore | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Santa Clara Elementary Santa Paula | 5.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Piru Elementary Piru | 6.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Walnut Canyon Elementary Moorpark | 8.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Chaparral Middle Moorpark | 8.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Campus Canyon Elementary Moorpark | 8.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Flory Academy of Sciences and Technology Moorpark | 8.8 mi | 4.6 |
| IvyTech Charter Moorpark | 8.7 mi | 7.1 |
| The High School at Moorpark College Moorpark | 8.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Moorpark High Moorpark | 9.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Mountain Meadows Elementary Moorpark | 9.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Arroyo West Elementary Moorpark | 9.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Peach Hill Academy Moorpark | 9.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Mesa Verde Middle Moorpark | 9.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Grace Thille Elementary Santa Paula | 8.7 mi | 8.3 |
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| STEM3 ACADEMY WEST Los Angeles, CA | 6.7 |
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| Wellington M. Smith Jr. Salinas, CA | 6.5 |
| GUIDE ACADEMY Anaheim, CA | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Heritage Valley Independent Study
What grades does Heritage Valley Independent Study serve?
Heritage Valley Independent Study serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Heritage Valley Independent Study?
Heritage Valley Independent Study has an enrollment of approximately 31 students.
How does Heritage Valley Independent Study rank in CA?
Heritage Valley Independent Study ranks #4,098 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Heritage Valley Independent Study's MySchoolScout rating?
Heritage Valley Independent Study has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Heritage Valley Independent Study?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Heritage Valley Independent Study has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
Is Heritage Valley Independent Study a charter school?
No, Heritage Valley Independent Study is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Heritage Valley Independent Study a Title I school?
No, Heritage Valley Independent Study is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Heritage Valley Independent Study?
74.2% of students at Heritage Valley 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
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.2%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Ventura County
- Phone
- (805) 524-6077
- 4-Year Graduation
- 50%+
Resources & Links
District
Fillmore Unified- District Enrollment
- 3,694
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,353
- District Rank
- #1 of 8
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