Independence Jr High School

Independence Jr High School

Public Middle School | Grade 6-8
6610 W Highland Dr,  Palos Heights, IL
Palos Heights School District No. 128
4.0
216 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Dr. Paul Mcdermott
Student Teacher Ratio
9:1
Math Proficiency
28%
Reading Proficiency
64%

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
A
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
64%
Math Proficiency
28%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
9:1
Teachers
22
Full Time Teachers
22
Teachers in First or Second Year
5%

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
221:1

Student Diversity

Male
55.8%
Female
44.2%
White
70.1%
Hispanic
20.5%
Black
4.9%
Two or more races
2.7%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.8%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
4.0 4 Reviews
4.0 parent
11/6/2021
I would give the school 5 stars but we’re new to the district so I’ll settle on 4. My child loves it. The students and staff have been so welcoming. The resources are awesome. My child for the 1st time loves to write. In science students are able to become the scientist, in social studies they work...
4.0 other
11/6/2013
I love this school! The teachers and classes are awesome. Plus, there is low amount of bullying and most people have at least one friend. Also there is a great academic program for kids who achieve academically.The only thing is that the schedule is somewhat repetitive. I'm currently in seventh grad...
3.0 other
5/20/2010
this school has been all right. it's a lie to say there are no cliques. some teachers are normal, and some are just so naive about the bullying and stuff. they try to keep the kids off drugs, but they do them anyway.
5.0 student
6/2/2008

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Independence Jr High School is a public school for students in grades 6-8 in Palos Heights, IL and is served by the Palos Heights School District No. 128 in Illinois. The school has a total enrollment of 216 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 9:1. Academic records show that 28% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 64% are proficient in reading. Independence Jr High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 10 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $436,616. Discover additional schools in the area, like A B Shepard High School, Chicago Christian High School, Marist High School, and more. Learn more about what Palos Heights has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Independence Jr High School.

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