Independence Junior/Senior High School in Independence, IA

Independence Junior/Senior High School

Public High School | Grade 7-12

700 20th Ave SW, Independence, IA

Independence Community School District

3.8

5.0

701 Students

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Head of School
Jean Peterson

Student Teacher Ratio
15:1

Average SAT Score
1180

Average ACT Score
24

Math Proficiency
71%

Reading Proficiency
76%

Average GPA
3.59

Graduation Rate
87%

B+

Academics

Teachers

C+

College Prep

C+

Administration

C+

Resources/Facilities

Clubs and Activities

A-

Sports

B-

Food

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Niche Grade Details

Academics

Average GPA

3.59

Reading Proficiency

76%

Math Proficiency

71%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio

15:1

Teachers

Full Time Teachers

Teachers in First or Second Year

6.3%

College Prep

Average SAT

1180

Math

590

Verbal

580

Average ACT

Math

English

Reading

Science

Clubs and Activities

Girls Athletic Participation

Very High

Boys Athletic Participation

Very High

Test Scores

Equity

College Readiness

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GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

345:1

Student Diversity

Male

52.9%

Female

47.1%

White

92.7%

Hispanic

3.7%

Two or more races

Asian or Pacific Islander

<1%

Black

<1%

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Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.

University of Iowa 117 Students

University of Northern Iowa 98 Students

Iowa State University 81 Students

Hawkeye Community College 53 Students

Kirkwood Community College 40 Students

Wartburg College 26 Students

Mount Mercy University 25 Students

Drake University 14 Students

Grand View University 14 Students

Coe College 14 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.

Nursing 22 Students

Business 17 Students

Psychology 16 Students

Accounting 13 Students

Liberal Arts and Humanities 13 Students

Marketing 11 Students

Journalism 11 Students

Biology 10 Students

Elementary Education 10 Students

Finance 9 Students

This School’s Reviews

5.0 Senior

12/16/2021

The school is fairly new and quite large for the area. Its located in one of the safest towns in Iowa and its overall very good at academic readiness.

4.0 Senior

4/15/2020

overall I have enjoyed my time at IHS. However, my senior year has been interrupted by the recent COVID-19 pandemic. I have been greatly disappointed that I have had to convert to online school and I haven't been able to attend school with my peers. My school has done a very good job adjusting to the circumstances and I feel my teachers have made a great effort to help me in all ways.

4.0 Alum

1/31/2020

My experience in high school was pleasant. I tried the whole having a bunch of friends thing but I realized I only needed to have one good friend, and I found that. I enjoyed going to school but I wish that Independence had more opportunities for the students to give feedback that would actually effected how the school operated. I feel that the students should be consulted more because they are essentially the whole reason why the school is there in the first place.

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5.0 parent

1/16/2022

We've enjoyed our time here in this community. Very welcoming and our children have made great memories at their school!

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About Independence

Learn More About Independence

List Price Range

$114K - $343K

Homes For Sale

Average Home Value

$211,874

Median Lot Size

12,632 Sq Ft

% Renters

26%

Household Income

$80,139

% of College Grads

25.7%

Median Age

Average House Size

1,864 Sq Ft

Homes for Sale

$345,000
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2,132 Sq Ft
508 2nd Ave SW

New 2 days ago
This riverfront home features four bedrooms, two bathrooms, and numerous updates. They gutted the house down to the 2x4. They rebuilt the flooring, fixtures, kitchen, and bathrooms, installed a new fridge, stove, dishwasher, and microwave, updated the wiring, furnace, and air conditioner (only 8 yea...

Angie Andersen Berkshire Hathaway Home Services One Realty Centre
$204,900
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,962 Sq Ft
1212 3rd St NW

New 3 days ago
Welcome to this inviting split-level home, perfectly designed for comfort and functionality! Featuring 4 bedrooms—2 on the upper level and 2 on the lower level—this home offers plenty of space for everyone. The large yard is ideal for outdoor activities, while the deck provides the perfect spot for ...

Heather Federspiel Wapsie Realty LLC
$65,000
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,056 Sq Ft
1675 Golf Course Blvd

Unit 28

New 11 days ago
Take a look at this 4 bedroom ranch on leased land! Selling as is with the contents. Beautifully located at Greiner's Hickory Heights with amazing neighbors. This property is on leased land ($895 annually) and with a bit of elbow grease, you can bring it back to life. Home was built in 1990 and it w...

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Homes for Rent

$1,250 - $1,350 per month
- Rush Mills
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
501-507 Enterprise Dr

Independence, IA
Rush Mills is a modern apartment complex located conveniently right off the interstate in Independence, Iowa. You can’t beat these high end apartments at an affordable price, with monthly rent starting at just $1,250. These 12-plex apartment buildings are perfectly located with quick and easy access...
$525 per month
- Condo for Rent
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 527 Sq Ft
416 3rd St NW

Unit Upper

Independence, IA
Property Id: 179425Small one bedroom with storage shed, stove, fridge, washer and dryer. Limited to one occupant. Utilities are not included. Watch a video of the place at rentINDEPENDENCE. com
$700 per month
- Condo for Rent
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 630 Sq Ft
129 2nd Ave NE

Unit A

Independence, IA
Bright and spacious 1 bedroom apartment available!1 bedroom, 1 bathroom630 square feetIncludes: hardwood floors, stove, fridge, built-in microwave, dishwasher, spacious, great view overlooking downtown Independence. In-house laundry on-site included in rent.Located in downtown In...

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Independence Christian Academy

2nd to 12th
Private

Independence Park & Recreation

Teachers Park

Veteran's Park

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