For the 2026 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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: 9-12 | 1,014 student Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Independence, Oregon Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
750 5th St
Independence, OR 97351
(503) 838-1828
Independence, OR 97351
(503) 838-1828
Gr: K-5 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Poyama Land (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
460 Greenwood Rd
Independence, OR 97351
(503) 838-6431
Independence, OR 97351
(503) 838-6431
Gr: Inquire with school | 20 students Minority enrollment: 25%
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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