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Napa Valley Independent Studies
School · Napa Valley Unified
1600 Myrtle Ave., Napa, CA 94558
Enrollment
124
Student-Teacher
20.7:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
124
Student-Teacher
20.7:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,305 of 9,539
In Napa
#9 of 23
public schools
In district
#12 of 26
Napa Valley Unified
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About Napa Valley Independent Studies
Napa Valley Independent Studies is a public school in Napa, CA, part of Napa Valley Unified. Napa Valley Independent Studies serves approximately 124 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 20.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Napa Valley Independent Studies has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #5,305 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Napa Valley Independent Studies show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 124 students, Napa Valley Independent Studies 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.
Napa Valley Independent Studies runs 20.7:1 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.
67% of students at Napa Valley Independent Studies 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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Napa Valley Independent Studies — Students at Napa Valley Independent Studies score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 24 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: 6.6/10.
How Napa Valley Independent Studies Compares
See how Napa Valley Independent Studies 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
1600 Myrtle Ave., Napa, CA 94558
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Napa Valley Independent Studies may also want to explore other schools in the area. Pueblo Vista Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BLUE OAK SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Bel Aire Park Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Napa, see our Napa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Valley Oak High Napa | 0.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Napa High Napa | 0.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Kolbe Academy Napa | 0.7 mi | — |
| McPherson Elementary Napa | 0.6 mi | 2.7 |
| KOLBE ACADEMY & TRINITY PREP Napa | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Kolbe Academy and Trinity Prep Napa | 0.7 mi | — |
| Bel Aire Park Elementary Napa | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| West Park Elementary Napa | 0.8 mi | 2.9 |
| Pueblo Vista Elementary Napa | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Redwood Middle Napa | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| New Technology High Napa | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| VERITAS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Napa | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Napa Valley Language Academy Napa | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| St. Apollinaris Elementary School Napa | 1.2 mi | — |
| ST APOLLINARIS SCHOOL Napa | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| HOPPER CREEK MONTESSORI Napa | 1.3 mi | — |
| Vintage High Napa | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| BLUE OAK SCHOOL Napa | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| NATURE'S WAY MONTESSORI Napa | 1.2 mi | — |
| St. John's Lutheran Elementary Napa | 1.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94558 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$109,444
Median Home Value
$855,600
Median Rent
$2,248/mo
Population
64,552
College Educated
38.3%
Homeownership
67.3%
Avg Commute
23.6 min
Poverty Rate
8.5%
Median Age
44.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Napa Valley Independent Studies
What grades does Napa Valley Independent Studies serve?
Napa Valley Independent Studies serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Napa Valley Independent Studies?
Napa Valley Independent Studies has an enrollment of approximately 124 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Napa Valley Independent Studies?
The student-teacher ratio at Napa Valley Independent Studies is 20.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Napa Valley Independent Studies rank in CA?
Napa Valley Independent Studies ranks #5,305 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Napa Valley Independent Studies's MySchoolScout rating?
Napa Valley Independent Studies has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Napa Valley Independent Studies?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Napa Valley Independent Studies has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Napa Valley Independent Studies a charter school?
No, Napa Valley Independent Studies is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Napa Valley Independent Studies a Title I school?
No, Napa Valley Independent Studies is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Napa Valley Independent Studies?
66.1% of students at Napa Valley Independent Studies 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
- 124
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.1%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Napa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 66.9%
- Phone
- (707) 259-8577
- 4-Year Graduation
- 84.5%
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District
Napa Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 16,116
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,673
- District Rank
- #12 of 26
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