Independence Senior High School

Independence Senior High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
1301 N 10th St,  Independence, KS
Independence Unified School District
3.5
5.0
534 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Average ACT Score
22
Math Proficiency
32%
Reading Proficiency
32%
Average GPA
3.53
Graduation Rate
87%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
A-
Teachers
B-
College Prep
C
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
3.53
Reading Proficiency
32%
Math Proficiency
32%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers
42
Full Time Teachers
42
Teachers in First or Second Year
16%
College Prep
Average ACT
22
Math
22
English
22
Reading
24
Science
22
Number of AP Courses
5
AP Pass Rate
38.5%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
High
Boys Athletic Participation
High

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
37.9%
State Average
33.2%
Science
37%
State Average
39.7%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
302:1

Student Diversity

Male
51%
Female
49%
White
72.1%
Hispanic
11.7%
Two or more races
7.5%
Black
5.5%
Native American
2.1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Kansas State University 111 Students
Pittsburg State University 106 Students
Wichita State University 94 Students
Emporia State University 69 Students
The University of Kansas 66 Students
Independence Community College 57 Students
Coffeyville Community College 44 Students
University of Oklahoma 34 Students
Oklahoma State University 34 Students
Washburn University 31 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 25 Students
Business 22 Students
Nursing 18 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 17 Students
Biology 15 Students
Accounting 14 Students
Finance 10 Students
Physical Therapy 10 Students
Drama and Theatre Production 10 Students
Music Teacher Education 9 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.5 70 Reviews
5.0 Senior
8/16/2024
Through out my 4 years I've had alot of fun at this school. Our football team isn't the best but the marching band brings in the trophies we don't. All the teachers from Mrs. Shelton the band teacher to the people in the office are very helpful and care about your education, its just the drama and attitude of other students in the halls that makes good day not so good anymore. But overall this school is amazing.
4.0 Sophomore
6/29/2024
i like my school and i couldn't imagine going to a different school near me but administrators are the school/district biggest downfall.
4.0 Senior
12/5/2022
With exception to some, IHS has a lot of very good teachers that are also very good people outside of school.
GreatSchools Reviews
5.0 2 Reviews
5.0 parent
8/11/2014
Exciting things are happening at this school. Beautiful facility, great teachers. Great to see the high schools kids as part of the community.
5.0 student
4/7/2008

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Independence Senior High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Independence, KS and is served by the Independence Unified School District in Kansas. The school has a total enrollment of 534 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Academic records show that 32% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 32% are proficient in reading. Independence Senior High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.53, the graduation rate is 87%, and the average ACT score is 22. Discover additional schools in the area, like Independence Bible School, Independence Middle School, Zion Lutheran School, and more. Learn more about what Independence has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Independence Senior High School.

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