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Independent Trails
High School
7315 S SHINGLE RD, Shingle Springs, CA 95682
Enrollment
9
Student-Teacher
4.5:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
9
Student-Teacher
4.5:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Independent Trails
High School in Shingle Springs · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Opportunity Acres Dba Independent Trails
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About Independent Trails
Independent Trails is a private high school in Shingle Springs, CA. Independent Trails serves approximately 9 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 4.5:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 9 students, Independent Trails 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.
At 4.5:1 students to teachers, Independent Trails sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Independent Trails is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Independent Trails compares to the 4 public schools in Shingle Springs, CA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Shingle Springs
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Independent Trails (this school) | — |
| Miller's Hill | 7.4 |
| Latrobe Elementary | 9.8 |
| Ponderosa High | 7.0 |
| Buckeye Elementary | 6.5 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 9 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.5:1
- Address
- 7315 S SHINGLE RD, Shingle Springs, CA 95682
- Phone
- (530) 672-9462
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in CA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
7315 S SHINGLE RD, Shingle Springs, CA 95682
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Independent Trails may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Latrobe Elementary (rated 9.8/10, 1.5 miles away). Another option is Rising Sun Montessori (rated 8.8/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby El Dorado Hills). Additionally, Charter Montessori Valley View Campus (rated 8.4/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby El Dorado Hills). For more schools in Shingle Springs, see our Shingle Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Opportunity Acres dba Independent Trails Shingle Springs | 0.0 mi | — |
| Miller's Hill Shingle Springs | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Latrobe Elementary Shingle Springs | 1.5 mi | 9.8 |
| WHISPERING PINES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Plymouth | 6.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Whispering Pines Christian School Plymouth | 6.5 mi | — |
| Studia Nova Cameron Park | 6.6 mi | — |
| Camerado Springs Middle Cameron Park | 6.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Charter Montessori Valley View Campus El Dorado Hills | 6.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Blue Oak Elementary Cameron Park | 7.0 mi | 7.2 |
| John Adams Academy - El Dorado Hills Roseville | 6.1 mi | 5.2 |
| CAMERON PARK MONTESSORI Shingle Springs | 7.2 mi | — |
| HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL El Dorado Hills | 7.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Holy Trinity School El Dorado Hills | 7.2 mi | — |
| Ponderosa High Shingle Springs | 7.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Marble Valley Academy El Dorado Hills | 6.7 mi | — |
| Rising Sun Montessori El Dorado Hills | 6.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Buckeye Elementary Shingle Springs | 7.8 mi | 6.5 |
| California Montessori Project-Shingle Springs Campus Carmichael | 7.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Clarksville Charter Orangevile | 7.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Summitview Academy El Dorado Hills | 7.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95682 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$115,621
Median Home Value
$682,100
Median Rent
$1,771/mo
Population
29,249
College Educated
39.9%
Homeownership
74.9%
Avg Commute
29.9 min
Poverty Rate
6.7%
Median Age
46.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Independent Trails
What grades does Independent Trails serve?
Independent Trails serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Independent Trails?
Independent Trails has an enrollment of approximately 9 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Independent Trails?
The student-teacher ratio at Independent Trails is 4.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Independent Trails a private school?
Yes, Independent Trails is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Independent Trails a religious school?
No, Independent Trails is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 9
- Gender Split
- 78% M / 22% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 200 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- El Dorado County
- Phone
- (530) 672-9462
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