Serving 224 students in grades 6-8, Independence Jr High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is equal to the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 224 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Independence Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Independence Jr High School's student population of 224 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
224 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Independence Jr High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Independence Jr High School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#559 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)28%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
20%
28%
Black
5%
16%
White
70%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
1%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Independence Jr High School's ranking?
Independence Jr High School is ranked #559 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Independence Jr High School?
224 students attend Independence Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Independence Jr High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Independence Jr High School?
Independence Jr High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Independence Jr High School offer ?
Independence Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Independence Jr High School part of?
Independence Jr High School is part of Palos Heights SD 128 School District.
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