Serving 2,081 students in grades 9-12, Independence High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,081 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 30% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Independence High School's student population of 2,081 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,081 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Independence High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Independence High School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#920 out of 1854 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
78%
47%
Black
8%
6%
White
8%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
76%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Independence High School's ranking?
Independence High School is ranked #920 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Independence High School?
The graduation rate of Independence High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 76%.
How many students attend Independence High School?
2,081 students attend Independence High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Independence High School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Independence High School?
Independence High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Independence High School offer ?
Independence High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Independence High School part of?
Independence High School is part of Glendale Union High School District (4285).
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