Serving 197 students in grades 9-12, Independence High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 197 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Independence High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Independence High School's student population of 197 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
197 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Independence High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Independence High School is 0.78, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2492 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
32%
56%
Black
15%
5%
White
27%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Independence High School's ranking?
Independence High School is ranked #2492 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Independence High School often compared to?
Independence High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lowell High School, Lincoln (Abraham) High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Independence High School?
The graduation rate of Independence High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Independence High School?
197 students attend Independence High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Independence High School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, 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 12:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
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 San Francisco Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Independence High School located?
Independence High School is located in the Inner Sunset neighborhood of San Francisco, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Inner Sunset.
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