Independence Jr High School

6610 W Highland Dr
Palos Heights, IL 60463
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 20%
Serving 216 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 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 216 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 27%
  • : Top 20% in IL
  • : 28% (Top 50%)
  • : 64% (Top 5%)
  • : 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:

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Attribute

School Overview

Independence Jr High School's student population of 216 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
216 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
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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 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IL)
#559 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of Independence Jr High School, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
(20-21)
28%
28%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Independence Jr High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Illinois by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
64%
30%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Independence Jr High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Illinois by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
50-54%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
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American Indian
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n/a
Asian
1%
5%
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Hispanic
18%
27%
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Black
6%
17%
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White
73%
47%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Illinois.
0.43
This chart displays the diversity score of Independence Jr High School and the public school average diversity score of Illinois by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
43%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Independence Jr High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Illinois by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
1%
27%
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?
216 students attend Independence Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Independence Jr High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Independence Jr High School?
Independence Jr High School has a student ration of 10:1, 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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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 216 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 27%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 28% (Top 50%)
  • : 64% (Top 5%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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