Serving 389 students in grades 5-8, Independence Charter Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Independence Charter Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Independence Charter Middle School's student population of 389 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
389 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Independence Charter Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Independence Charter Middle School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1562 out of 1680 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
30%
20%
Black
34%
8%
White
21%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Independence Charter Middle School's ranking?
Independence Charter Middle School is ranked #1562 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Independence Charter Middle School?
389 students attend Independence Charter Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Independence Charter Middle School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Independence Charter Middle School?
Independence Charter Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Independence Charter Middle School offer ?
Independence Charter Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Independence Charter Middle School part of?
Independence Charter Middle School is part of Harding Independence Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Independence Charter Middle School located?
Independence Charter Middle School is located in the Central Oklahoma City neighborhood of Oklahoma City, OK. There are 83 other public schools located in Central Oklahoma City.
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