Serving 2,097 students in grades 9-12, Independence High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 2,097 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
Minority Enrollment: 22%
Graduation Rate
: 95% (Top 50% in TN)
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 10%
Math Proficiency
: 53% (Top 20%)
Reading Proficiency
: 73% (Top 5%)
Science Proficiency
: 74% (Top 5%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Independence High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Independence High School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Independence High School is ranked #111 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Independence High School often compared to?
Independence High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Summit High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Independence High School?
The graduation rate of Independence High School is 95%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Independence High School?
2,097 students attend Independence High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Independence High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Independence High School?
Independence High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Independence High School offer ?
Independence High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Independence High School part of?
I have no idea why that other review is bad but it - and most of the statistics on this page - are almost ten years old. IHS is a great school. While academics are number one, sports and the arts are also encouraged. The teachers care about these kids. Even though it''s now at almost 2000 students, the administrators take their time to know the kids.
- Posted by Parent - Truthfully
26/6/2011
I am very disappointed in this school - beautiful facilities, but it is sports driven and favors a specific religion. Bullying is allowed. Parent involvement is active. Gifted program is a total joke and was more of a hinderance than assistance.
- Posted by Parent - sherf
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Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 2,097 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
Minority Enrollment: 22%
Graduation Rate
: 95% (Top 50%)
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 10%
Math Proficiency
: 53% (Top 20%)
Reading Proficiency
: 73% (Top 5%)
Science Proficiency
: 74% (Top 5%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
