Serving 235 students in grades 9-12, Independence High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 235 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Independence High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Independence High School's student population of 235 students has grown by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
235 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1980
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Independence High School is 0.79, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
32%
56%
Black
17%
5%
White
22%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
17%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)64.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Independence High School often compared to?
Independence High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lowell High School, Lincoln (Abraham) High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Independence High School?
The graduation rate of Independence High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Independence High School?
235 students attend Independence High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Independence High School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 17% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Independence High School?
Independence High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Independence High School offer ?
Independence High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Independence High School part of?
Independence High School is part of San Francisco Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Independence High School located?
Independence High School is located in the Inner Sunset neighborhood of San Francisco, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Inner Sunset.
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