For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 568 students in Independence, KS.
The top ranked public high school in Independence, KS is Independence Sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Independence, KS public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Kansas public high school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 26% statewide average). High schools in Independence have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Kansas public high schools.
Independence, KS public high school have a Graduation Rate of 81%, which is less than the Kansas average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Independence Sr High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public high school average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Independence, KS (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Independence Sr High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1301 N. 10th St.
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1815
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1815
Grades: 9-12
| 534 students
Rank: n/an/a
2615 W Main
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 926-0612
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 926-0612
Grades: 6-12
| 34 students
Independence, Kansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
701 West Laurel
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1847
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1847
Grades: 3-4
| 291 students
300 East Myrtle
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1875
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1875
Grades: 1-8
| 235 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Independence, KS?
The top ranked public high schools in Independence, KS include Independence Sr High School.
How many public high schools are located in Independence?
2 public high schools are located in Independence.
What is the racial composition of students in Independence?
Independence public high schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public high schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
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