INDEPENDENCE MIDDLE SCHOOL

Independence Middle is a public middle school that is part of the Grayson County Public Schools school district, located in Independence, VA with about 249 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. With about 17 teachers, Independence Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Independence Middle School, located at 100 Blue Devil Drive in Independence, Virginia, serves as a central educational hub for the local community. As part of the Grayson County Public Schools system, the school is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with the social and emotional development necessary for students during their middle school years. The school takes great pride in its "Blue Devil" identity, which serves as a point of pride and unity among students, faculty, and the surrounding community.

Beyond its core curriculum, Independence Middle School emphasizes the importance of student engagement through various extracurricular activities and supportive programs designed to prepare students for high school success. By prioritizing a collaborative atmosphere and strong communication between educators and families, the school strives to ensure that every student has the tools and encouragement needed to reach their full potential within a safe and inclusive learning environment.

For more information, contact Independence Middle at (276) 773-3020 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

100 Blue Devil Drive
Independence, VA 24348-0155
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INDEPENDENCE MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in Independence, VA with about 249 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Virginia

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
249
Teachers:
17.68
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 249 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending INDEPENDENCE MIDDLE SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 88% of the student body.

White
87.6%
Hispanic/Latino
7.6%
Black or African American
3.2%
Two or more races
1.6%

Female
52.6%
Male
47.4%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.