Serving 507 students in grades 7-12, Independence High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 507 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Independence High School serves the eastern part of Coldwater, MS, covering an area of approximately 191.4 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the farthest distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 10.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Independence High School's student population of 507 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
507 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Independence High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Independence High School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#522 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
10%
7%
Black
45%
45%
White
40%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.5%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Independence High School's ranking?
Independence High School is ranked #522 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Independence High School often compared to?
Independence High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Senatobia High School, Strayhorn High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Independence High School?
The graduation rate of Independence High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Independence High School?
507 students attend Independence High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Independence High School students are Black, 40% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Independence High School?
Independence High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Independence High School offer ?
Independence High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Independence High School part of?
Independence High School is part of Tate County School District.
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