Independence High

Independence High is a regular public high school located in the remote rural area of Independence, Wisconsin. Serving students from ninth to twelfth grade, the school has an enrollment of 145 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14.5:1 with ten full-time equivalent teachers. Despite its small size, Independence High focuses on nurturing its students' growth in a close-knit community setting.

Academically, the school's performance is currently lower than statewide averages, with a MySchoolScout rating of 2.2 out of 10 and a state ranking of #2042 out of 2112 Wisconsin schools, placing it in the third percentile overall. Test scores indicate that only 20% of students are proficient or above in English Language Arts/Reading and just 10% in Math. Independence High is situated in an area where community support and individual attention play a significant role in student development.

The school's setting offers a tight-knit environment where each student can receive personalized care and attention, fostering their unique strengths and interests beyond the standard academic curriculum.

With an enrollment of 145 students, Independence High is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Located in a rural area, Independence High may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.