Independence Middle School

300 W. Locust St.
Independence, KS 67301
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 475 students in grades 6-8, Independence Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 475 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 26%
  • : Bottom 50% in KS
  • : 25% (Btm 50%)
  • : 33% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Independence Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:

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School Overview

Independence Middle School's student population of 475 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
475 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
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School Rankings

Independence Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,264 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Independence Middle School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (KS)
#698 out of 1264 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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25%
28%
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33%
36%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
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American Indian
2%
1%
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Asian
1%
3%
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Hispanic
11%
21%
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Black
4%
6%
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White
74%
63%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.44
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
34%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
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School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Independence Middle School's ranking?
Independence Middle School is ranked #698 out of 1,264 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% KS state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% KS state average).
How many students attend Independence Middle School?
475 students attend Independence Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Independence Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Independence Middle School?
Independence Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Independence Middle School offer ?
Independence Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Independence Middle School part of?
Independence Middle School is part of Independence School District.

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5   3/22/2014
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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 475 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 26%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 25% (Btm 50%)
  • : 33% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education

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