Independence High School serves 1,817 students in grades 9-12.
Independence High School placed in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 1%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,817 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Independence High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Independence High School's student population of 1,817 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 128 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,817 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
128 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Independence High School is ranked within the top 5% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Independence High School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#278 out of 8079 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
43%
5%
Hispanic
9%
53%
Black
11%
13%
White
33%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Independence High School's ranking?
Independence High School is ranked #278 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Independence High School?
The graduation rate of Independence High School is 98%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Independence High School?
1,817 students attend Independence High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Independence High School students are Asian, 33% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Independence High School?
Independence High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas 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 Frisco ISD School District.
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