For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 467 students in Independence, KS.
The top ranked public middle school in Independence, KS is Independence Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Independence, KS public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Kansas public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 28% statewide average). Middle schools in Independence have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Kansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public middle school average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in Independence, KS (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Independence Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
300 W. Locust St.
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1836
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1836
Grades: 6-8
| 433 students
Rank: n/an/a
Bridges Academy
Magnet School
2615 W Main
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 926-0612
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 926-0612
Grades: 6-12
| 34 students
Independence, Kansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
701 West Laurel
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1847
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1847
Grades: 3-4
| 291 students
300 East Myrtle
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1875
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1875
Grades: 1-8
| 235 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in Independence, KS?
The top ranked public middle schools in Independence, KS include Independence Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Independence?
2 public middle schools are located in Independence.
What is the racial composition of students in Independence?
Independence public middle schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public middle schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
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