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Independence Junior Senior High School

700 20Th Ave Sw, Independence, IA 50644, United States
+1 (319) 334-7405
http://www.indeek12.org
7.4
Overall Rating

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Independence Junior Senior High School Overview

About This School

Independence Junior Senior High School is a public high in Independence, Iowa, serving 712 students in grades Grade 7-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 76% in ELA and 71% in math. The school maintains a 15:1 student-teacher ratio with 44 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $67,929. Guidance services are provided at a ratio of 356 students per counselor. The student body is composed of 54% male and 46% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 90% White, 4% Hispanic, 4% Two or More Races, and 1% Black.

712
Total Students
Grade 7-12
15:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
44 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts76%
Mathematics71%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 7-12
County
Buchanan County
Students per Counselor
356:1

Independence Junior Senior High School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

76%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 65%State Avg: 70%
71%
Mathematics
City Avg: 56%State Avg: 65%
N/A
Science

Class Information

15:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 15.2:1
State Avg: 14.5:1
356
Students per Counselor

Independence Junior Senior High School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
44

Average Teacher Salary

$67,929
City Avg: $67,935
State Avg: $66,994

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Students per Counselor356:1

Independence Junior Senior High School Student Demographics

Student Body

54.07%
Male
45.93%
Female
Total Enrollment: 712 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White90.45%
Hispanic4.35%
Asian0.14%
Black1.12%
Two or More Races3.93%
Native American0%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Independence Junior Senior High School

Q: What is Independence Junior Senior High School?

A: Independence Junior Senior High School is a high public located in Independence.

Q: How many students attend Independence Junior Senior High School?

A: Independence Junior Senior High School has approximately 712 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Independence Junior Senior High School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Independence Junior Senior High School is 15:1.

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Detailed Information about Independence Junior Senior High School

Independence Junior Senior High School is a public high in Independence, Iowa, serving 712 students in grades Grade 7-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 76% in ELA and 71% in math. The school maintains a 15:1 student-teacher ratio with 44 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $67,929. Guidance services are provided at a ratio of 356 students per counselor. The student body is composed of 54% male and 46% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 90% White, 4% Hispanic, 4% Two or More Races, and 1% Black.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Independence Junior Senior High School - Independence, IA

Quick Facts about Independence Junior Senior High School
School NameIndependence Junior Senior High School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 7-12
Location700 20Th Ave Sw, Independence, IA 50644, Independence, IA
CountyBuchanan County
Phone+1 (319) 334-7405
Total Students712
Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Full-Time Teachers44
Rating7.4/10
ELA Proficiency76%
Math Proficiency71%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Independence Junior Senior High School

What is Independence Junior Senior High School?

Independence Junior Senior High School is a high public located in Independence.

How many students attend Independence Junior Senior High School?

Independence Junior Senior High School has approximately 712 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Independence Junior Senior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Independence Junior Senior High School is 15:1.

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