For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,859 students in Independence, KY.
The top ranked public high school in Independence, KY is Simon Kenton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Independence, KY public high school have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in Independence have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Kentucky public high schools.
Independence, KY public high school have a Graduation Rate of 96%, which is more than the Kentucky average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Simon Kenton High School, with 96% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kentucky or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public high school average of 27% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Independence, KY (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Simon Kenton High School
Magnet School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
11132 Madison Pk
Independence, KY 41051
(859) 960-0100
Independence, KY 41051
(859) 960-0100
Grades: 9-12
| 1,859 students
Independence, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
5006 Madison Pk
Independence, KY 41051
(859) 363-4700
Independence, KY 41051
(859) 363-4700
Grades: PK-5
| 743 students
5002 Madison Pk
Independence, KY 41051
(859) 363-4800
Independence, KY 41051
(859) 363-4800
Grades: 6-8
| 716 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Independence, KY?
The top ranked public high schools in Independence, KY include Simon Kenton High School.
How many public high schools are located in Independence?
1 public high schools are located in Independence.
What is the racial composition of students in Independence?
Independence public high schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public high schools average of 27% (majority Black).
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