Serving 135 students in grades 9-12, Independence High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 135 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 15-19% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Independence High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Independence High School's student population of 135 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
135 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Independence High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Independence High School is 0.62, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1199 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
55%
19%
Black
21%
36%
White
19%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
15-19%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Independence High School's ranking?
Independence High School is ranked #1199 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Independence High School often compared to?
Independence High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcclarin High School, Milton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Independence High School?
The graduation rate of Independence High School is 15-19%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Independence High School?
135 students attend Independence High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Independence High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Independence High School?
Independence High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Independence High School offer ?
Independence High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Independence High School part of?
Independence High School is part of Fulton County School District.
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