Serving 202 students in grades 9-12, Independence High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 202 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 36% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Independence High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Independence High School's student population of 202 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
202 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Mascot
Eagles
School Rankings
Independence High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (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 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#600 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
8%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
67%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
14%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)36%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Independence High School's ranking?
Independence High School is ranked #600 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Independence High School often compared to?
Independence High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rio Rancho High School, Rio Rancho Cyber Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Independence High School?
The graduation rate of Independence High School is 36%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Independence High School?
202 students attend Independence High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Independence High School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Independence High School?
Independence High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
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 Rio Rancho School District.
In what neighborhood is Independence High School located?
Independence High School is located in the Industrial Park neighborhood of Rio Rancho, NM.
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