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 (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Independence Primary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Independence, OH, covering an area of approximately 9.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.1 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 3.6 miles to its furthest point.
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
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)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
440 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
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.
Overall Testing Rank
#96 out of 3181 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
White
86%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.7%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
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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