Below Average
#7783 of 9,539 schools in CA
Madera County Independent Academy
School · Madera County Superintendent of Schools
1105 South Madera Ave., Madera, CA 93637
Enrollment
62
Student-Teacher
31:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
62
Student-Teacher
31:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,783 of 9,539
In Madera
#34 of 41
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
Madera County Superintendent of Schools
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Madera County Independent Academy
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About Madera County Independent Academy
Madera County Independent Academy is a public school in Madera, CA, part of Madera County Superintendent of Schools. Madera County Independent Academy serves approximately 62 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 31:1 student-teacher ratio. Madera County Independent Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #7,783 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Madera County Independent Academy show 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 4.4
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 62 students, Madera County Independent Academy 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 Madera County Independent Academy 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.
Madera County Independent Academy runs 31:1 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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Madera County Independent Academy — Students at Madera County Independent Academy score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 9.6/10.
How Madera County Independent Academy Compares
See how Madera County Independent Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1105 South Madera Ave., Madera, CA 93637
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Madera County Independent Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Duane E. Furman Independent Study (rated 6.0/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pioneer Technical Center (rated 5.5/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. 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 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Juvenile Hall (Endeavor/Voyager Secondary) Madera | 0.1 mi | — |
| Pioneer Technical Center Madera | 0.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Virginia Lee Rose Elementary Madera | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Sierra Vista Elementary Madera | 0.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Middle Madera | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Parkwood Elementary Madera | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Millview Elementary Madera | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Mountain Vista High Madera | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Gould Educational Center Madera | 1.1 mi | 3.0 |
| Cesar Chavez Elementary Madera | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| James Madison Elementary Madera | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Madera High Madera | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| ST JOACHIM SCHOOL Madera | 1.6 mi | 4.3 |
| St. Joachim Elementary Madera | 1.7 mi | — |
| George Washington Elementary Madera | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Alpha Elementary Madera | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Madera South High Madera | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Duane E. Furman Independent Study Madera | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| REMNANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Madera | 1.9 mi | — |
| Madera Unified Adult Transition Program Madera | 2.0 mi | — |
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 Madera County Independent Academy
What grades does Madera County Independent Academy serve?
Madera County Independent Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Madera County Independent Academy?
Madera County Independent Academy has an enrollment of approximately 62 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Madera County Independent Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Madera County Independent Academy is 31:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Madera County Independent Academy rank in CA?
Madera County Independent Academy ranks #7,783 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Madera County Independent Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Madera County Independent Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Madera County Independent Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Madera County Independent Academy has 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Madera County Independent Academy a charter school?
Yes, Madera County Independent Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Madera County Independent Academy a Title I school?
No, Madera County Independent Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Madera County Independent Academy?
85.5% of students at Madera County Independent Academy 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
- 62
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 31:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.5%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Madera County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.0%
- Phone
- (559) 662-4640
Resources & Links
District
Madera County Superintendent of Schools- District Enrollment
- 687
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $71,630
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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