Serving 830 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Independence Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 830 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Independence Elementary serves the eastern part of The Colony, TX, covering an area of approximately 3.7 square miles. Most students typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 5.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Independence Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Independence Elementary School's student population of 830 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
830 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Independence Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Independence Elementary School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1758 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
26%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
56%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Independence Elementary School's ranking?
Independence Elementary School is ranked #1758 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Independence Elementary School often compared to?
Independence Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Castle Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Independence Elementary School?
830 students attend Independence Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Independence Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Asian, 8% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
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 Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Independence Elementary School offer ?
Independence Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Independence Elementary School part of?
Independence Elementary School is part of Lewisville Independent School District.
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