Independence High

Independence High

Public High School | Grade 9-12
1967 Patriot Dr,  Charlotte, NC
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
3.7
3.8
1,992 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
David L Legrand
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Average SAT Score
1120
Average ACT Score
23
Math Proficiency
39%
Reading Proficiency
52%
Average GPA
3.31
Graduation Rate
82%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
B-
Teachers
B+
College Prep
B
Administration
B
Resources/Facilities
B
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
C+
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.31
Reading Proficiency
52%
Math Proficiency
39%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
118
Full Time Teachers
118
Teachers in First or Second Year
4.8%
College Prep
Average SAT
1120
Math
560
Verbal
560
Average ACT
23
Math
22
English
22
Reading
24
Science
23
Number of AP Courses
21
AP Pass Rate
60.5%
AP Math Enrollment
Average
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Average
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

4
Test Scores
4
Equity
4
College Readiness
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
302:1

Student Diversity

Male
52.3%
Female
47.7%
Hispanic
43.1%
Black
28.7%
White
19.1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
5.9%
Two or more races
2.8%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%

School Rankings

#9 Niche Standout HS in North Carolina
#24 Most Diverse Public HS in North Carolina
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of North Carolina at Charlotte 483 Students
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 333 Students
North Carolina State University 328 Students
University of North Carolina - Greensboro 266 Students
North Carolina A&T State University 262 Students
Appalachian State University 231 Students
Central Piedmont Community College 214 Students
Winston-Salem State University 179 Students
Wingate University 179 Students
East Carolina University 177 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 129 Students
Business 120 Students
Biology 117 Students
Psychology 109 Students
Computer Science 68 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 55 Students
Marketing 39 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 37 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 36 Students
Criminology 34 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.7 268 Reviews
4.0 Parent
12/27/2025
Independence made a huge difference in my son's ability to enter college with a solid engineering foundation with their engineering program. While the food is to be desired and the funding for several sports teams could be better with a revamp of the booster club, I don't worry with my kids feeling safe at school or getting the help they need. The guidance counselors and the teachers responsible for internships/college readiness work hard for the kids to have every opportunity to excel after graduation. I love that Indy is now a Cambridge school and that more spotlight is on the Track & Field program - athletes are receiving more and more college offers and in past years.
3.0 Alum
7/23/2025
It could've been a better experience with have the stem paths together. But instead seniors were thrown into any program to help fulfill a credit
5.0 Senior
4/22/2025
In my 4 years at independence high school I have enjoyed it here. I feel that it was the right choice to come here not only for the people I have met but for the education opportunities. The teachers here care about the students and they want whats best for them. This school feels safe, you don't have to worry about the worst.
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3.8 29 Reviews
2.0 other
9/22/2025
Bueno es una gran escuela pero tiene problemas con la educación y la enseñanza no diría que es mal escuela pero tampoco es buena .
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5.0 parent
8/29/2023
It's a great school. If your students are willing to learn, the teachers are always there to guide and help you. My children love it here and graduated with honors.
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3.0 student
7/26/2023
It can be very isolating at times and most teachers are pretty indifferent towards students learning.
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1.0 student
9/28/2022
Passive aggressive teachers and disrespectful administration. All four years Ive felt discriminated against and uncomfortable. Decent learning programs but the passive aggressive teachers make it not worth it.
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Independence High

Independence High is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Charlotte, NC, in the Mint Hill neighborhood, and is served by the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools in North Carolina. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,992 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 39% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 52% are proficient in reading. Independence High has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.31, the graduation rate is 82%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1120 and an ACT score of 23. The average home value in this area is $516,533. Discover additional schools in the area, like Hickory Grove Christian School, Queen's Grant Community School, Matthews Christian Academy, and more. Learn more about what Charlotte has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Independence High.

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