Excellent
#1477 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 16% in state
Yuba City Independence Academy
School · Yuba City Unified
984 B St., Yuba City, CA 95991
Enrollment
101
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
101
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,477 of 9,539
In Yuba City
#3 of 21
public schools
In district
#2 of 16
Yuba City Unified
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Yuba City Independence Academy
Yuba City Independence Academy is a public school in Yuba City, CA, part of Yuba City Unified. Yuba City Independence Academy serves approximately 101 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Yuba City Independence Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,477 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Yuba City Independence Academy show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 5.5
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 101 students, Yuba City Independence 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 Yuba City Independence 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.
Score Breakdown
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Yuba City Independence Academy — Students at Yuba City Independence Academy score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 28 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: 9.4/10.
How Yuba City Independence Academy Compares
See how Yuba City Independence Academy 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
984 B St., Yuba City, CA 95991
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Yuba City Independence Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Yuba City Charter (rated 7.0/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Sutter County Special Education (rated 4.1/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Yuba City, see our Yuba City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Yuba City High Yuba City | 0.2 mi | 5.6 |
| ST ISIDORE SCHOOL Yuba City | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Chesterton Academy of the Most Holy Eucharist Yuba City | 0.4 mi | — |
| Gray Avenue Middle Yuba City | 0.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Park Avenue Elementary Yuba City | 0.5 mi | 3.7 |
| Bridge Street Elementary Yuba City | 0.7 mi | 3.4 |
| Yuba City Charter Yuba City | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| King Avenue Elementary Yuba City | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Andros Karperos Yuba City | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Lincrest Elementary Yuba City | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Lincoln Elementary Yuba City | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| April Lane Elementary Yuba City | 1.7 mi | 3.8 |
| AeroSTEM Academy Yuba City | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Sutter County Special Education Yuba City | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Feather River Academy Yuba City | 1.5 mi | — |
| Pathways Charter Academy Yuba City | 1.5 mi | — |
| Adventist Christian School Yuba City | 1.5 mi | — |
| ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Yuba City | 1.5 mi | — |
| Albert Powell Continuation Yuba City | 2.2 mi | 6.5 |
| River Valley High Yuba City | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95991 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,853
Median Home Value
$366,200
Median Rent
$1,318/mo
Population
42,490
College Educated
17.3%
Homeownership
48.3%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
18.3%
Median Age
34
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Yuba City Independence Academy
What grades does Yuba City Independence Academy serve?
Yuba City Independence Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Yuba City Independence Academy?
Yuba City Independence Academy has an enrollment of approximately 101 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Yuba City Independence Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Yuba City Independence Academy is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Yuba City Independence Academy rank in CA?
Yuba City Independence Academy ranks #1,477 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Yuba City Independence Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Yuba City Independence Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Yuba City Independence Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Yuba City Independence Academy has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Yuba City Independence Academy a charter school?
No, Yuba City Independence Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Yuba City Independence Academy a Title I school?
No, Yuba City Independence Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Yuba City Independence Academy?
84.2% of students at Yuba City Independence 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 101
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.2%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Sutter County
- Phone
- (530) 822-5244
- 4-Year Graduation
- 84.5%
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District
Yuba City Unified- District Enrollment
- 11,461
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,463
- District Rank
- #2 of 16
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