Serving 438 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Independence Primary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 438 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
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Independence Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
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Independence Primary School's student population of 438 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
438 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1955
Last Day of School
Sat. May 30, 2026
Campus Size
15 acres
School Motto
'Excellence in Education'
Average Class Size
20 students
Independence Primary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Independence Primary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#96 out of 3181 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
90%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
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Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Independence Primary School's ranking?
Independence Primary School is ranked #96 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Independence Primary School often compared to?
Independence Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Green Valley Elementary School, Gilles-sweet Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Independence Primary School?
438 students attend Independence Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Independence Primary School students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Independence Primary School?
Independence Primary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Independence Primary School offer ?
Independence Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Independence Primary School part of?
Independence Primary School is part of Independence Local School District.
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