Independence High School (Closed 2014)

Independence High School serves 16 students in grades 9-12. 

School Overview

Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
16 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (11-12)
6 teachers

School Rankings

This School
State Level (NJ)
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
11%
Hispanic
19%
34%
Black
81%
14%
White
n/a
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.31
(10-11)
<50%
86%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
32%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the graduation rate of Independence High School?
The graduation rate of Independence High School is 50%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 86%.
How many students attend Independence High School?
16 students attend Independence High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Independence High School students are Black, and 19% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Independence High School offer ?
Independence High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Independence High School part of?

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