Independence

The Independence school district in Kansas consists of 5 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 2 high schools (one of which is a virtual school), and no alternative schools. The district serves a diverse student population, with a significant percentage of economically disadvantaged students.

Among the schools in the district, Independence Senior High School stands out as the top performer, consistently ranking among the best high schools in Kansas. This school outperforms the district and state averages in proficiency rates for English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science, and has a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 13.2. In contrast, Independence Middle School and the two elementary schools, Eisenhower Elementary and Jefferson School, generally perform below the district and state averages, with some exceptions.

The data also reveals that the schools in the Independence district have relatively high rates of free/reduced lunch recipients, ranging from 56.66% at Independence Senior High to 74.94% at Eisenhower Elementary. This suggests a significant population of economically disadvantaged students in the district, which may contribute to the performance disparities observed between the schools. Further investigation and targeted interventions may be necessary to ensure equitable access to quality education for all students in the Independence district.