Independence High School is a public high school in Ashburn, Virginia, and is part of Loudoun County Public Schools. Opening its doors to students for the first time in 2019, Independence High School serves the communities of Ashburn and Brambleton.
Serving 2,073 students in grades 9-12, Independence High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 96% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,073 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 1% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 96% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
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Independence High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
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Independence High School's student population of 2,073 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 147 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,073 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
147 teachers
Year Founded
2019
Colors
Red, Navy Blue
Independence High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Independence High School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#198 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)68%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)96%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
36%
8%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
7%
22%
White
44%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
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Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Independence High School's ranking?
Independence High School is ranked #198 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Independence High School often compared to?
Independence High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rock Ridge High School, Briar Woods High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 96% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Independence High School?
The graduation rate of Independence High School is 98%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Independence High School?
2,073 students attend Independence High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Independence High School students are White, 36% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Independence High School?
Independence High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Independence High School offer ?
Independence High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Independence High School part of?
Independence High School is part of Loudoun County School District.
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