Serving 617 students in grades 3-5, Independence Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 617 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Independence Elementary School's student population of 617 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
617 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Independence Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Independence Elementary School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#426 out of 1734 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
7%
10%
Black
5%
12%
White
79%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Independence Elementary School's ranking?
Independence Elementary School is ranked #426 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Independence Elementary School often compared to?
Independence Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Zimmerman Elementary School, Becker Intermediate Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Independence Elementary School?
617 students attend Independence Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Independence Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Independence Elementary School?
Independence Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Independence Elementary School offer ?
Independence Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Independence Elementary School part of?
Independence Elementary School is part of Big Lake Public School District.
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