Independence High School

Independence High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
6001 Archwood Rd,  Independence, OH
Independence Neighborhood
Independence Local School District
4.0
3.7
332 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
William Mcguinness
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Average SAT Score
1230
Average ACT Score
27
Math Proficiency
57%
Reading Proficiency
82%
Average GPA
3.58
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
A-
Teachers
C+
College Prep
B-
Administration
B
Resources/Facilities
B
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
B+
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.58
Reading Proficiency
82%
Math Proficiency
57%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
24
Full Time Teachers
24
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
College Prep
Average SAT
1230
Math
620
Verbal
610
Average ACT
27
Math
27
English
27
Reading
28
Science
26
Number of AP Courses
8
AP Pass Rate
56.9%
AP Math Enrollment
High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Average
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
High
Boys Athletic Participation
High

GreatSchools Rating

8
Test Scores
10
College Readiness
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
160:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.2%
Female
48.8%
White
90.7%
Two or more races
3.9%
Asian or Pacific Islander
2.4%
Hispanic
1.8%
Black
<1%
Native American
<1%
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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.
The Ohio State University 81 Students
Kent State University 76 Students
Ohio University 62 Students
University of Cincinnati 60 Students
The University of Akron 53 Students
Cleveland State University 53 Students
Miami University 45 Students
Bowling Green State University 45 Students
Baldwin Wallace University 35 Students
University of Dayton 32 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 44 Students
Nursing 28 Students
Biology 28 Students
Psychology 16 Students
Early Childhood Education 15 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 14 Students
Finance 14 Students
Accounting 13 Students
Marketing 10 Students
Engineering 10 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.0 66 Reviews
4.0 Senior
11/20/2022
I think overall it was pretty good. It's basically an average high school. Most of the teachers were nice and understanding. The workload was normally manageable.
5.0 Senior
2/22/2019
My experience at Independence High School has been a memorable one. Overall it has been a very good experience that made me grow as a person. This school district is unique because of the size. You walk down the halls and know everyone. Teachers are your friends parents and you have known these kids since primary school. Everyone knows everything about you. The only complaint I have is how small the school is. That is not the schools fault but I wish it was different. Some days I wish I did not get stopped in the hallway by everyone but I will miss that when I go to college. My four years at IHS have been the best years of my life so far and I would speak good of this school to anyone who asks.
5.0 NicheUser
9/6/2016
I love the activities offered. I participate in band, biology society, monopoly club, student council, and swimming. All of the clubs are well-managed, fun, and of a reasonable price. The commitment for different activities ranges based on what clubs you join.
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3.7 3 Reviews
5.0 student
3/3/2010
Profanity and sexuality in hallways is a problem at EVERY school, much worse at others even in the area. Diversity is not always racial, difference in opinion and learning levels offers great diversity in the classroom. The school offers spanish and mandarin (two languages). French was cut due to la...
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1.0 parent
3/2/2010
I was very unhappy with this school. As i walk down the hall t here is a great amount of profanity and sexuality in the hallways. There is a complete lack of diversity. There are not a wide range of classes to choose from, and only one foreign language. This sets your child up for a disadvantage. Th...
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5.0 parent
9/13/2008
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