Independence High

Independence High

Public High School | Grade 9-12
1967 Patriot Dr,  Charlotte, NC
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
3.7
3.9
1,992 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
David L Legrand
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Average SAT Score
1140
Average ACT Score
23
Math Proficiency
72%
Reading Proficiency
54%
Average GPA
3.31
Graduation Rate
83%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
B-
Teachers
B+
College Prep
B-
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
C+
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.31
Reading Proficiency
54%
Math Proficiency
72%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers
115
Full Time Teachers
115
Teachers in First or Second Year
4.8%
College Prep
Average SAT
1140
Math
570
Verbal
570
Average ACT
23
Math
23
English
22
Reading
25
Science
23
Number of AP Courses
15
AP Pass Rate
60.5%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Average
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
302:1

Student Diversity

Male
52.3%
Female
47.7%
Hispanic
43.1%
Black
28.7%
White
19.1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
5.9%
Two or more races
2.8%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%
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School Rankings

#6 Most Diverse Public HS in North Carolina
#9 Niche Standout HS in North Carolina
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of North Carolina at Charlotte 451 Students
North Carolina State University 306 Students
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 304 Students
North Carolina A&T State University 225 Students
Appalachian State University 222 Students
University of North Carolina - Greensboro 213 Students
Central Piedmont Community College 205 Students
East Carolina University 163 Students
Winston-Salem State University 160 Students
Wingate University 157 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 109 Students
Nursing 109 Students
Psychology 102 Students
Biology 97 Students
Computer Science 65 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 48 Students
Marketing 34 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 32 Students
Political Science and Government 31 Students
Forensic Science and Technology 30 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.7 272 Reviews
4.0 Senior
8/26/2024
The best part of independence is how easy it is to get involved and show your school spirit. Some of the students aren't the best but if you keep your head up and achieve your goals you can graduate with outstanding marks
5.0 Alum
8/14/2024
Independence High School offers a diverse student body and a wide range of extracurricular activities, but it struggles with overcrowded classrooms and inconsistent academic support. While some teachers are passionate and dedicated, others seem disengaged. Overall, the school has potential but could benefit from more resources and a stronger focus on individual student needs.
4.0 Alum
7/12/2024
Select few teachers were rude, both to students and parents. restroom policies were extremely strict, my bladder nearly burst in my senior year English class one day when my teacher refused to let me go as well as several times where had genuinely had incidents with my menstrual cycle, and I was not allowed to go. My favorite part was JROTC, instructors were amazing and genuinely cared about the students and I continue to visit the school even two years after graduating solely for them.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.9 28 Reviews
5.0 parent
8/29/2023
It's a great school. If your students are willing to learn, the teachers are always there to guide and help you. My children love it here and graduated with honors.
3.0 student
7/26/2023
It can be very isolating at times and most teachers are pretty indifferent towards students learning.
1.0 student
9/28/2022
Passive aggressive teachers and disrespectful administration. All four years Ive felt discriminated against and uncomfortable. Decent learning programs but the passive aggressive teachers make it not worth it.
5.0 parent
6/19/2022
My daughter attended Independence. It was a wonderful experience for her. She participated in the international studies program. She was a foreign exchange student her junior year, & we hosted a French student. She had terrific teachers, & became interested in the medical field through her Health Oc...

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