Independence High

8001 Old River Rd.
Bakersfield, CA 93311

independence.kernhigh.org

2,394 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Independence High School, located in Bakersfield, California, is a prominent secondary school within the Kern High School District. Serving a diverse student body, the school is known for its comprehensive academic curriculum and a strong commitment to preparing students for both higher education and professional career paths. The campus fosters an environment focused on student achievement, offering a variety of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, elective programs, and extracurricular activities designed to cater to a wide range of student interests and talents.

Beyond its academic offerings, Independence High emphasizes the importance of community and school spirit, often referred to by the student body and staff as the "Falcon" community. The school places a significant focus on student well-being and holistic development, providing various support systems and athletic programs that encourage teamwork and discipline. By maintaining a balance between rigorous instruction and a vibrant campus life, Independence High aims to produce well-rounded graduates who are ready to contribute meaningfully to their community and the broader workforce.

2,394

Total Students

91.3

Full-Time Teachers

26.2

Student/Teacher Ratio

72.5%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Independence High
Demographic	Student Count
White	394
Hispanic	1,521
Black	194
Asian	202
Two or More	57
American Indian	12
Pacific Islander	14

Hispanic
1,521 (63.5 %)
White
394 (16.5 %)
Asian
202 (8.4 %)
Black
194 (8.1 %)
Two or More
57 (2.4 %)
Pacific Islander
14 (0.6 %)
American Indian
12 (0.5 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Kern High
Phone:	(661)834-8001
Website:	http://independence.kernhigh.org
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	2,394
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	91.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	26.2
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	1,375
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	360

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 634

Grade 10 557

Grade 11 600

Grade 12 603