Serving 2,022 students in grades 9-12, Independence High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,022 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Independence High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Independence High School's student population of 2,022 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 115 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,022 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
115 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Independence High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Independence High School is 0.70, 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
#623 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
43%
20%
Black
29%
25%
White
19%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Independence High School's ranking?
Independence High School is ranked #623 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Independence High School often compared to?
Independence High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Butler High School, Queen's Grant Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Independence High School?
The graduation rate of Independence High School is 83%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Independence High School?
2,022 students attend Independence High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Independence High School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Independence High School?
Independence High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Independence High School offer ?
Independence High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Independence High School part of?
Independence High School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.
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