Independence High School
Quick Stats (2023)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 194 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 50-59% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Independence High School often compared to?
Independence High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rio Rancho High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% NM state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Independence High School?
The graduation rate of Independence High School is 50-59%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 77%.
How many students attend Independence High School?
194 students attend Independence High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Independence High School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 12% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Independence High School?
Independence High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico 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 Rio Rancho Public Schools School District.
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