Independence High School

www.independence.k12.oh.us/high-school

305 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Independence High School, located in Independence, Ohio, serves as a central pillar of the Independence Local School District. The school is known for fostering a focused academic environment that emphasizes college and career readiness while maintaining a strong sense of community. By prioritizing small class sizes and personalized instruction, the faculty aims to meet the diverse needs of its students, encouraging both intellectual growth and extracurricular participation.

Beyond its academic offerings, Independence High School places a significant value on developing well-rounded citizens through a variety of athletic programs, arts initiatives, and student organizations. The school's proximity to the Cleveland area allows it to integrate local opportunities into its curriculum, helping students bridge the gap between their secondary education and future professional or collegiate endeavors. Overall, the institution is recognized for its commitment to high standards, student achievement, and the cultivation of a supportive, collaborative school culture.

305

Total Students

23.0

Full-Time Teachers

13.3

Student/Teacher Ratio

12.1%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Independence High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	268
Hispanic	7
Black	4
Asian	6
Two or More	19
American Indian	1

White
268 (87.9%)
Two or More
19 (6.2%)
Hispanic
7 (2.3%)
Asian
6 (2.0%)
Black
4 (1.3%)
American Indian
1 (0.3%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Independence Local
Phone:	(216)642-5860
Website:	http://www.independence.k12.oh.us/high-school
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	305
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	23.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	13.3
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	32
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	5

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 71

Grade 10 62

Grade 11 77

Grade 12 95