For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,014 students in Independence, OR.
The top ranked public high school in Independence, OR is Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Independence, OR public high school have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Oregon public high school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in Independence have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public high schools.
Independence, OR public high school have a Graduation Rate of 76%, which is less than the Oregon average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Central High School, with 76% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Oregon or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public high school average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Independence, OR (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Central High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1530 Monmouth St
Independence, OR 97351
(503) 838-0480
Independence, OR 97351
(503) 838-0480
Grades: 9-12
| 1,014 students
Independence, Oregon Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
750 5th St
Independence, OR 97351
(503) 838-1828
Independence, OR 97351
(503) 838-1828
Grades: K-5
| 267 students
Poyama Land (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
460 Greenwood Rd
Independence, OR 97351
(503) 838-6431
Independence, OR 97351
(503) 838-6431
Grades: Inquire with school
| 20 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Independence, OR?
The top ranked public high schools in Independence, OR include Central High School.
How many public high schools are located in Independence?
1 public high schools are located in Independence.
What is the racial composition of students in Independence?
Independence public high schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public high schools average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
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