Serving 277 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Independence Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 277 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Independence Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Independence Elementary School's student population of 277 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
277 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Independence Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Independence Elementary School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#546 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-69%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
13%
19%
Black
5%
22%
White
79%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Independence Elementary School's ranking?
Independence Elementary School is ranked #546 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Independence Elementary School often compared to?
Independence Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grayson Highlands, Independence Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Independence Elementary School?
277 students attend Independence Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Independence Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Independence Elementary School?
Independence Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Independence Elementary School offer ?
Independence Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Independence Elementary School part of?
Independence Elementary School is part of Grayson County School District.
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