Independence Middle

Grayson County Public Schools
100 Blue Devil Drive
Independence, VA 24348
280 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Independence Middle School, located at 100 Blue Devil Drive in Independence, Virginia, serves as a central educational hub for the local community. As part of the Grayson County Public Schools system, the school is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with the social and emotional development necessary for students during their middle school years. The school takes great pride in its "Blue Devil" identity, which serves as a point of pride and unity among students, faculty, and the surrounding community.

Beyond its core curriculum, Independence Middle School emphasizes the importance of student engagement through various extracurricular activities and supportive programs designed to prepare students for high school success. By prioritizing a collaborative atmosphere and strong communication between educators and families, the school strives to ensure that every student has the tools and encouragement needed to reach their full potential within a safe and inclusive learning environment.
280
Total Students
23.0
Full-Time Teachers
12.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
92.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    239 (85.4%)
  • Hispanic
    30 (10.7%)
  • Two or More
    8 (2.9%)
  • Black
    3 (1.1%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Grayson County Public Schools
Phone: (276)773-3020
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 280
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 23.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 260
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0

* 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 6 80
Grade 7 80
Grade 8 120
Gender Ratio