Independence High School serves 202 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 44%) for the 2018-19 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 202 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: 25-29% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Independence High School's student population of 202 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
202 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Independence High School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)10-14%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
51%
18%
Black
24%
36%
White
21%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
25-29%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% GA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% 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%.
How many students attend Independence High School?
202 students attend Independence High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Independence High School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 21% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Independence High School?
Independence High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
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?
Independence High School is part of Fulton County School District.
School Calendar
View the Independence High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Last Day of First Semester
December 15, 2023 (Friday)
New Year's Day (Schools Closed)
January 01, 2024 (Monday)
First Day of Second Semester
January 03, 2024 (Wednesday)
M.L. King, Jr Holiday (Schools Closed)
January 15, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break (Schools Closed)
April 01, 2024 (Monday)
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