Serving 722 students in grades 7-12, Independence Junior Senior High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 722 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Independence Junior Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Independence Junior Senior High School's student population of 722 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
722 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Calendar
School Rankings
Independence Junior Senior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,221 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Independence Junior Senior High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#259 out of 1221 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
64%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
68%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
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Hispanic
3%
12%
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Black
1%
7%
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White
94%
73%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
35%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Independence Junior Senior High School's ranking?
Independence Junior Senior High School is ranked #259 out of 1,221 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Independence Junior Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Independence Junior Senior High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 87%.
How many students attend Independence Junior Senior High School?
722 students attend Independence Junior Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Independence Junior Senior High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Independence Junior Senior High School?
Independence Junior Senior High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Independence Junior Senior High School offer ?
Independence Junior Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Independence Junior Senior High School part of?
Independence Junior Senior High School is part of Independence Comm School District.
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