For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,629 students in Independence, KS (there are 2 private schools, serving 177 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in Independence, KS are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in Independence, KS are Jefferson School, Independence Sr High School and Independence Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Independence, KS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Kansas public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in Independence have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Independence, KS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jefferson School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2101 N. 13th St.
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1875
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1875
Gr: 3-5 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Independence Sr High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1301 N. 10th St.
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1815
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1815
Gr: 9-12 | 550 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #33.
Independence Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
300 W. Locust St.
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1836
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1836
Gr: 6-8 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: n/an/a
2615 W Main
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 926-0612
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 926-0612
Gr: 6-12 | 24 students Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: n/an/a
501 Spruce St.
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1854
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1854
Gr: PK-2 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Independence, KS?
The top-ranked public schools in Independence, KS include Jefferson School, Independence Sr High School and Independence Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Independence?
5 public schools are located in Independence.
What percentage of students in Independence go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in Independence are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Independence?
Independence public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Independence are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Independence include: Eisenhower Elementary School vs. Jefferson School
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