For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 539 students in Independence, MS.
The top ranked public school in Independence, MS is Independence High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Independence, MS public school have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Independence have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 51±¬ÁÏs in Independence, MS (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Independence High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3184 Highway 305
Independence, MS 38638
(662) 233-4691
Independence, MS 38638
(662) 233-4691
Gr: 7-12 | 539 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Independence, MS?
The top ranked public schools in Independence, MS include Independence High School.
How many public schools are located in Independence?
1 public schools are located in Independence.
What is the racial composition of students in Independence?
Independence public schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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