Independence Junior High School serves 174 students in grades 7-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 70-74% (which was lower than the Iowa state average of 78%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 60-64% (which was lower than the Iowa state average of 76%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 was higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
174 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)70-74%
78%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)60-64%
76%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
5%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
92%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 78% IA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 76% IA state average).
How many students attend Independence Junior High School?
174 students attend Independence Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Independence Junior High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Independence Junior High School?
Independence Junior High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Independence Junior High School offer ?
Independence Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Independence Junior High School part of?
Independence Junior High School is part of Independence Community School District.
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