Serving 129 students in grades 9-12, Independence High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 129 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 25-29% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Independence High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Independence High School's student population of 129 students has declined by 49% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
129 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1955
School Calendar
School Motto
One Mission, One Vision, One Goal ~ Success for All Students!
School Rankings
Independence High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Independence High School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1208 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
39%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
41%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
35%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
19%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
25-29%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Independence High School's ranking?
Independence High School is ranked #1208 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Independence High School often compared to?
Independence High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gwinnett Intervention Education (Give) Center East, Phoenix High School, Milton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Independence High School?
The graduation rate of Independence High School is 25-29%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Independence High School?
129 students attend Independence High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Independence High School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Independence High School?
Independence High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Independence High School offer ?
Independence High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Independence High School part of?
Independence High School is part of Fulton County School District.
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