Serving 46 students in grades 6-12, Independence High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 46 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Independence High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Independence High School's student population of 46 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 60% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
46 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Independence High School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
15%
45%
Black
59%
12%
White
24%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤20%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Independence High School?
The graduation rate of Independence High School is 20%, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Independence High School?
46 students attend Independence High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Independence High School students are Black, 24% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Independence High School?
Independence High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Independence High School offer ?
Independence High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Independence High School part of?
Independence High School is part of Correctional School District.
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