Independence Primary School

7600 Hillside Rd
Independence, OH 44131
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
10
Top 5%
Serving 440 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Independence Primary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 440 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 14%
  • : Top 5% in OH
  • : 85-89% (Top 5%)
  • : 85-89% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Independence Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Independence Primary School's student population of 440 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
440 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1955
School Calendar
Campus Size
15 acres
School Motto
'Excellence in Education'
Average Class Size
20 students

School Rankings

Independence Primary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Independence Primary School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (OH)
#96 out of 3181 schools
(Top 5%)
85-89%
54%
85-89%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
86%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.26
(22-23)
10.7%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Blue Devil

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Independence Primary School's ranking?
Independence Primary School is ranked #96 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Independence Primary School often compared to?
Independence Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Green Valley Elementary School, Gilles-sweet Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Independence Primary School?
440 students attend Independence Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Independence Primary School students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Independence Primary School?
Independence Primary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Independence Primary School offer ?
Independence Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Independence Primary School part of?
Independence Primary School is part of Independence Local School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 440 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 14%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 85-89% (Top 5%)
  • : 85-89% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

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