Independence High School

1967 Patriot Dr
Charlotte, NC 28227
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Serving 1,992 students in grades 9-12, Independence High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,992 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 78%
  • : 83% (Btm 50% in NC)
  • : Top 30%
  • : 65% (Top 20%)
  • : 54% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Independence High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Independence High School's student population of 1,992 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 122 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,992 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
122 teachers
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School Rankings

Independence High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Independence High School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (NC)
#542 out of 2568 schools
(Top 30%)
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65%
42%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Independence High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in North Carolina by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
54%
47%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Independence High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of North Carolina by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
6%
4%
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Hispanic
39%
20%
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Black
30%
25%
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White
22%
45%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart display the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in NC.
0.71
This chart display the diversity score of Independence High School and the public school average diversity score of North Carolina by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
83%
85%
This chart display graduation rate of Independence High School and public school graduation rate of North Carolina by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
47%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Independence High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in North Carolina by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
3%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Independence High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in North Carolina by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Independence High School's ranking?
Independence High School is ranked #542 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Independence High School often compared to?
Independence High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Butler High School, Queen's Grant Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Independence High School?
The graduation rate of Independence High School is 83%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Independence High School?
1,992 students attend Independence High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Independence High School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 22% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% 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 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
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 Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,992 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 78%
  • : 83% (Btm 50%)
  • : Top 30%
  • : 65% (Top 20%)
  • : 54% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

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