Serving 491 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Independence Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is equal to the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 491 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Independence Academy's student population of 491 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
491 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Rankings
Independence Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Independence Academy is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#800 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Hispanic
12%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
White
84%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
39%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Independence Academy's ranking?
Independence Academy is ranked #800 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Independence Academy often compared to?
Independence Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Caprock Academy, Wingate Elementary School, Juniper Ridge Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Independence Academy?
491 students attend Independence Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Independence Academy students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Independence Academy?
Independence Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Independence Academy offer ?
Independence Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Independence Academy part of?
Independence Academy is part of Mesa County Valley School District No. 51.
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