Serving 539 students in grades 7-12, Independence High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 539 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Independence High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Independence High School's student population of 539 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
539 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Independence High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Independence High School is 0.61, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#427 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
5%
Black
45%
47%
White
43%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Independence High School's ranking?
Independence High School is ranked #427 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Independence High School often compared to?
Independence High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Senatobia High School, Strayhorn High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Independence High School?
The graduation rate of Independence High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Independence High School?
539 students attend Independence High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Independence High School students are Black, 43% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Independence High School?
Independence High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Independence High School offer ?
Independence High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Independence High School part of?
Independence High School is part of Tate Co School District.
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