INDEPENDENCE MIDDLE SCHOOL
1,166 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Independence Middle School, located at 4001 Greenway Dr. in Jupiter, Florida, serves as a prominent educational institution within the Palm Beach County School District. As a middle school, it provides a structured academic environment designed to bridge the transition between elementary and high school, focusing on the unique social, emotional, and developmental needs of early adolescent students. The school is known for its commitment to fostering a supportive community that encourages both academic excellence and personal growth among its diverse student body.
Beyond its core curriculum, Independence Middle School typically offers a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and elective programs intended to help students explore their interests and develop leadership skills. The school emphasizes a partnership between educators, parents, and the local Jupiter community to ensure a well-rounded educational experience. For those seeking detailed information regarding school policies, academic calendars, and specific faculty resources, the school maintains a digital presence through its official portal, which serves as a central hub for student and parent engagement.
Beyond its core curriculum, Independence Middle School typically offers a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and elective programs intended to help students explore their interests and develop leadership skills. The school emphasizes a partnership between educators, parents, and the local Jupiter community to ensure a well-rounded educational experience. For those seeking detailed information regarding school policies, academic calendars, and specific faculty resources, the school maintains a digital presence through its official portal, which serves as a central hub for student and parent engagement.
1,166
Total Students
64.0
Full-Time Teachers
18.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
21.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 733 |
| Hispanic | 295 |
| Black | 41 |
| Asian | 51 |
| Two or More | 44 |
| American Indian | 1 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White733 (62.9 %)
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Hispanic295 (25.3 %)
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Asian51 (4.4 %)
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Two or More44 (3.8 %)
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Black41 (3.5 %)
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American Indian1 (0.1 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | PALM BEACH |
| Phone: | (561)799-7500 |
| Website: | http://inms.palmbeachschools.org |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 1,166 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 64.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 18.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 217 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 32 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
345
Grade 7
398
Grade 8
423
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 345 |
| Grade 7 | 398 |
| Grade 8 | 423 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 576 | 49.4% |
| Male | 590 | 50.6% |
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