For the 2024 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,819 students in Independence, KS (there are 3 private schools, serving 272 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in Independence, KS are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in Independence, KS are Jefferson School, Independence Middle School and Independence Sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Independence, KS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Kansas public school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 36% statewide average). Schools in Independence have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Independence, KS (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jefferson School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2101 N. 13th St.
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1875
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1875
Grades: 3-5
| 380 students
Rank: #22.
Independence Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
300 W. Locust St.
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1836
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1836
Grades: 6-8
| 475 students
Rank: #33.
Independence Sr High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1301 N. 10th St.
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1815
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1815
Grades: 9-12
| 555 students
Rank: n/an/a
2615 W Main
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 926-0612
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 926-0612
Grades: 7-12
| 29 students
Rank: n/an/a
501 Spruce St.
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1854
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1854
Grades: PK-2
| 380 students
Independence, Kansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
701 West Laurel
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1847
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1847
Grades: 3-4
| 291 students
300 East Myrtle
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1875
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1875
Grades: 1-8
| 235 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Independence, KS?
The top ranked public schools in Independence, KS include Jefferson School, Independence Middle School and Independence Sr High School.
How many public schools are located in Independence, KS?
5 public schools are located in Independence, KS.
What percentage of students in Independence, KS go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in Independence, KS are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Independence, KS?
Independence, KS public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
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