For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 461 students in Independence, VA.
The top-ranked public high school in Independence, VA is Grayson County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Independence, VA public high school have an average math proficiency score of 85% (versus the Virginia public high school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 81% statewide average). High schools in Independence have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Virginia public high schools.
Independence, VA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Virginia average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Grayson County High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Independence, VA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Grayson County High School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
110 Blue Devil Drive
Independence, VA 24348
(276) 773-2131
Independence, VA 24348
(276) 773-2131
Gr: 9-12 | 461 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Independence, VA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Independence, VA include Grayson County High School.
How many public high schools are located in Independence?
1 public high schools are located in Independence.
What is the racial composition of students in Independence?
Independence public high schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public high schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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