Serving 660 students in grades 3-5, Independence Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 660 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Independence Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Independence Elementary School's student population of 660 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
660 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Independence Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Independence Elementary School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#424 out of 1860 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
8%
11%
Black
5%
12%
White
77%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Independence Elementary School's ranking?
Independence Elementary School is ranked #424 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Independence Elementary School often compared to?
Independence Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Zimmerman Elementary School, Becker Intermediate Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Independence Elementary School?
660 students attend Independence Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Independence Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Independence Elementary School?
Independence Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Independence Elementary School offer ?
Independence Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Independence Elementary School part of?
Independence Elementary School is part of Big Lake Public School District.
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