Serving 142 students in grades 9-12, Independence High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 142 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Independence High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Independence, WI, covering approximately 97.6 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 5.8 miles and the furthest edge reaching 9.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Independence High School's student population of 142 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
142 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Independence High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Independence High School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1790 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
46%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
52%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.8%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Independence High School's ranking?
Independence High School is ranked #1790 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Independence High School often compared to?
Independence High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arcadia High School, Abbotsford Middle/senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Independence High School?
The graduation rate of Independence High School is 90%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend Independence High School?
142 students attend Independence High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Independence High School students are White, 46% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% 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 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Independence High School offer ?
Independence High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Independence High School part of?
Independence High School is part of Independence School District.
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