Independence Academy

12902 E Us Highway 92
Dover, FL 33527
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 914 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Independence Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 914 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 37%
  • : Bottom 50% in FL
  • : 39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50% (Top 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

School Overview

Independence Academy's student population of 914 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
914 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
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School Rankings

Independence Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Independence Academy is 0.54, 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.
This School
State Level (FL)
#2210 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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39%
52%
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50%
52%
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35-39%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Independence Academy and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
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American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
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Hispanic
25%
37%
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Black
5%
21%
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White
63%
35%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Florida.
0.54
This chart displays the diversity score of Independence Academy and the public school average diversity score of Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
49%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
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School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Independence Academy's ranking?
Independence Academy is ranked #2210 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Independence Academy?
914 students attend Independence Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Independence Academy students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Independence Academy?
Independence Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Independence Academy offer ?
Independence Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Independence Academy part of?
Independence Academy is part of Hillsborough School District.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 914 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 37%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50% (Top 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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