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Owens Valley High
High School · Owens Valley Unified
PO Drawer E, Independence, CA 93526
Enrollment
24
Student-Teacher
8:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
24
Student-Teacher
8:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Owens Valley High
Owens Valley High is a public high school in Independence, CA, part of the Owens Valley Unified. The school serves approximately 24 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 8:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 25% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $61,563, where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 24 students, Owens Valley High is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 8:1, Owens Valley High offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Located in a rural area, Owens Valley High may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 24 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Address
- PO Drawer E, Independence, CA 93526
- Website
- ovusd.org
- Phone
- (760) 878-2405
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores CA EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 2 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Drawer E, Independence, CA 93526
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Owens Valley High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Big Pine Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 25.3 miles away, in nearby Big Pine). Another option is Lone Pine High (rated 6.6/10, 15.8 miles away, in nearby Lone Pine). Additionally, Lo-Inyo Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 15.3 miles away, in nearby Lone Pine). For more schools in Independence, see our Independence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
7 within 25.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Owens Valley Elementary Independence | 0.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Lo-Inyo Elementary Lone Pine | 15.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Lone Pine High Lone Pine | 15.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Big Pine Elementary Big Pine | 25.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Big Pine High Big Pine | 25.3 mi | — |
| Palisade Glacier High (Continuation) Big Pine | 25.2 mi | — |
| Bishop Independent Study Big Pine | 25.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93526 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,563
Median Home Value
$268,400
Median Rent
$1,000/mo
Population
912
College Educated
21.4%
Homeownership
73.4%
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
47
Community Profile
The community surrounding Owens Valley High has a median household income of $61,563. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $268,400, with a median rent of $1,000/month. The local poverty rate of 4.1% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Owens Valley High
What grades does Owens Valley High serve?
Owens Valley High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Owens Valley High?
Owens Valley High has an enrollment of approximately 24 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Owens Valley High?
The student-teacher ratio at Owens Valley High is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Owens Valley High?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Owens Valley High has 25.0% math proficiency and 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Owens Valley High a charter school?
No, Owens Valley High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Owens Valley High a Title I school?
No, Owens Valley High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Owens Valley High?
50.0% of students at Owens Valley High 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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Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Elevated (840/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 24
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Inyo County
- Phone
- (760) 878-2405
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Owens Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 101
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $34,886
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