Serving 40 students in grades 6-12, Independence High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 40 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Independence High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Independence High School's student population of 40 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 60% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
40 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Independence High School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Hispanic
33%
46%
Black
48%
12%
White
12%
26%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
2%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤20%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Independence High School?
The graduation rate of Independence High School is 20%, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Independence High School?
40 students attend Independence High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Independence High School students are Black, 33% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Independence High School?
Independence High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Independence High School offer ?
Independence High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Independence High School part of?
Independence High School is part of Correctional School District.
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