Serving 602 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Independence Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 602 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Independence Elementary School's student population of 602 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
602 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Independence Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Independence Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1585 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
57%
28%
Black
26%
17%
White
9%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Independence Elementary School's ranking?
Independence Elementary School is ranked #1585 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Independence Elementary School often compared to?
Independence Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pioneer Elementary School, Jamie Mcgee Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Independence Elementary School?
602 students attend Independence Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Independence Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Independence Elementary School?
Independence Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Independence Elementary School offer ?
Independence Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Independence Elementary School part of?
Independence Elementary School is part of Valley View Community Unit School District 365u.
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