Serving 712 students in grades 7-12, Independence Junior Senior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 712 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Independence Junior Senior High School's student population of 712 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
712 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
Independence Junior Senior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Independence Junior Senior High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#404 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
1%
7%
White
91%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Independence Junior Senior High School's ranking?
Independence Junior Senior High School is ranked #404 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Independence Junior Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Independence Junior Senior High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Independence Junior Senior High School?
712 students attend Independence Junior Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Independence Junior Senior High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Independence Junior Senior High School?
Independence Junior Senior High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Independence Junior Senior High School offer ?
Independence Junior Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Independence Junior Senior High School part of?
Independence Junior Senior High School is part of Independence Comm School District.
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