Serving 2,517 students in grades 9-12, Independence High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is equal to the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,517 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Independence High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Independence High School's student population of 2,517 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 115 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,517 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
115 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Independence High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Independence High School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2294 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
54%
12%
Hispanic
37%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
3%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Independence High School's ranking?
Independence High School is ranked #2294 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Independence High School often compared to?
Independence High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Piedmont Hills High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Independence High School?
The graduation rate of Independence High School is 89%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Independence High School?
2,517 students attend Independence High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Independence High School students are Asian, 37% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Independence High School?
Independence High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
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 East Side Union High School District.
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