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Independence Charter Academy

Helendale Elementary · San Bernardino County · 15350 Riverview Road PO Box 249, Helendale, CA 92342

(760) 952-1760 · www.helendalesd.com/cms/one.aspx?portalid54372&pageid384056

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2/10
#290
Rank 290 out of 337
Top 86%
English Language Arts2/10 · #284 · 16th percentile
Mathematics2/10 · #284 · 16th percentile
Science2/10 · #294 · 14th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Tucked in the high desert community of Helendale, Independence Charter Academy serves students from kindergarten straight through 12th grade, offering families the convenience of a single school for their child's entire academic journey. The school's academic profile sits below state averages in English, math, and science, so families who prioritize strong test performance may want to weigh their options carefully, though the K-12 charter model can appeal to those seeking consistency and a tighter-knit school community in this rural stretch of San Bernardino County. Helendale itself is a quiet, spread-out desert town near the Mojave River, drawing families who prefer a slower pace of life away from the bustle of the Victor Valley cities nearby.

Student Demographics

38 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
19 (50%)
White
15 (39%)
African American
3 (8%)
American Indian
1 (3%)
Pacific Islander
1 (3%)

Key Indicators

English Learners4 (11%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged27 (71%)
Students with Disabilities9 (24%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

118
Enrollment
5.5
Teachers (FTE)
21.5:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
4.9
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Graduation Rate

87.9%of students graduate within 4 years

Graduation Rate Trend

College Readiness

Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) programs offer college-level coursework and are a key indicator of academic rigor.

1
AP Courses
offered
0.8%
AP Participation
of students
1
AP Enrollment
students

Source: Civil Rights Data Collection (CRDC) 2021-22

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs1/10 · #551 · 7th percentile

4 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among K-12 Schools in California.