Serving 487 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Independence Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is equal to the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Independence Academy's student population of 487 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 57% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
487 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Independence Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Independence Academy is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#851 out of 1779 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
12%
36%
Black
n/a
5%
White
84%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Independence Academy's ranking?
Independence Academy is ranked #851 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Independence Academy often compared to?
Independence Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Wingate Elementary School, Caprock Academy, Juniper Ridge Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Independence Academy?
487 students attend Independence Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Independence Academy students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Independence Academy?
Independence Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Independence Academy offer ?
Independence Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Independence Academy part of?
Independence Academy is part of Mesa County Valley School District No. 51.
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