Average
#338 of 691 schools in NV
Top 49% in state
Independence High School
High School · Correctional School District
100 Youth Center Road, Elko, NV 89801
Enrollment
46
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
46
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nevada schools
#338 of 691
In Elko
#6 of 10
public schools
School environment
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Independence High School
Independence High School is a public high school in Elko, NV, part of Correctional School District. Independence High School serves approximately 46 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 5.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Independence High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #338 of 691 schools in NV.
Structured state assessment records for Independence High School show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- NV avg 5.4
What Parents Should Know
At 46 students, Independence High School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Independence High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 5.8:1 students to teachers, Independence High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Independence High School — Students at Independence High School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores NV EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 12 test records from NV state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.
How Independence High School Compares
See how Independence High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
100 Youth Center Road, Elko, NV 89801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Independence High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Spring Creek High School (rated 5.6/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Spring Creek), with a comparable rating. Another option is Carlin High School (rated 5.4/10, 23.0 miles away, in nearby Carlin), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Battle Born Youth Challenge Academy (rated 5.0/10, 19.1 miles away, in nearby Carlin), a more accessible option. For more schools in Elko, see our Elko schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 23.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Flagview Intermediate School Elko | 2.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Elko High School Elko | 3.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Elko Institute for Academic Achievement Elko | 3.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Southside Elementary School Elko | 3.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Early Childhood Elko | 3.5 mi | — |
| Northeastern Nevada Virtual Academy Elko | 3.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Adult Education Elko | 3.5 mi | — |
| Grammar School 2 Elko | 3.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Northside Elementary School Elko | 4.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Mountain View Elementary School Elko | 4.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Adobe Middle School Elko | 4.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Spring Creek Middle School Spring Creek | 8.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Sage Elementary School Spring Creek | 8.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Spring Creek High School Spring Creek | 8.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Spring Creek Elementary School Spring Creek | 11.3 mi | 7.1 |
| SPRING CREEK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Spring Creek | 11.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Liberty Peak Elementary School Spring Creek | 11.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Battle Born Youth Challenge Academy Carlin | 19.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Carlin Elementary School Carlin | 23.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Carlin High School Carlin | 23.0 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 89801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,777
Median Home Value
$278,700
Median Rent
$1,185/mo
Population
26,070
College Educated
16.1%
Homeownership
65.8%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Median Age
34.7
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| McDermitt High School Mcdermitt, NV | 7.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Independence High School
What grades does Independence High School serve?
Independence High School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Independence High School?
Independence High School has an enrollment of approximately 46 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Independence High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Independence High School is 5.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Independence High School rank in NV?
Independence High School ranks #338 of 691 schools in NV.
What is Independence High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Independence High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Independence High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Independence High School has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022).
Is Independence High School a charter school?
No, Independence High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Independence High School a Title I school?
No, Independence High School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 46
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Elko County
- Phone
- (775) 738-5907
- 4-Year Graduation
- <50%
Resources & Links
District
Correctional School District- District Enrollment
- 46
- Schools in District
- 1
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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