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Independence High School
  • Public
  • BAKERSFIELD, CA
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Public School
Kern High School District

Independence High School

    Report Card

    grade B+
    Overall Niche Grade
    1. Academics
      grade B
    2. Diversity
      grade A
    3. Teachers
      grade B
    4. College Prep
      grade B+
    5. Clubs & Activities
      grade B minus
    6. Administration
      grade B minus
    7. Sports
      grade B
    8. Food
      grade B minus
    9. Resources & Facilities
      grade C+

    Independence High School is an above average, public school located in BAKERSFIELD, CA. It has 2,283 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 28 to 1. According to state test scores, 21% of students are at least proficient in math and 65% in reading.

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    65%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    21%
    Average Graduation Rate
    95%
    Average SAT
    1100
    255 responses
    Average ACT
    25
    26 responses
    AP Enrollment
    18%

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    Living in the Area

    grade C+
    Overall Niche Grade
    1. Cost of Living
      grade C minus
    2. Good for Families
      grade C+
    3. Housing
      grade C
    Median Household Income
    $69,014
    National
    $69,021
    Median Rent
    $1,177
    National
    $1,163
    Median Home Value
    $272,000
    National
    $244,900

    Culture & Safety

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    Students

    Diversity
    grade A
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    2,283
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    53%
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    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    28:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $88,303
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    11.7%
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    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    grade B minus
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Low
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Average
    Expenses Per Student
    $14,163 / year
    National
    $12,239
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