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Ranked 4891 of 6840 in California
See top schools in BakersfieldIndependence High School is a well-known public high school in Bakersfield, California, that serves about 2,100 students in grades 9 through 12. It has a student-teacher ratio of about 26:1 and is known as one of the best schools in the Kern High School District. The campus is a lively place to be, with 84% of students being minorities and 74% being economically disadvantaged. Independence High School is one of the best schools for academic growth. It has a 15% Advanced Placement® participation rate, which means it offers a lot of opportunities for higher education. Students are able to read at a 59% level and do math at a 17% level. The school also helps students get ready for college by giving them the SAT and ACT tests. The school creates a welcoming environment for its diverse student body by spending about $15,737 per student. Independence High School is one of the best schools overall because it is dedicated to providing all students with a high-quality education and helping them grow in all areas, and it is one of the best high school in California.
New Playground Name
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Read MoreAll Grades: 8:30 AM to 3:35 PM
Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM
Note: Doors open at 8:15 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.
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September to June
School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.
2334 Students
With a student-teacher ratio of 26 : 1
25%
Percentage of minority students
333 : 1
Student to counselor ratio
Being Updated
Independence High School just won the Platinum Implementation Award for its Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports (PBIS) program. This is the state's highest award for promoting a good campus culture. The school's Career Technical Education Center (CTEC) is also helping students get ready for the real world by giving them access to the newest tools and resources for their field and high-tech facilities. Also, projects run by students, like LISTOS Gives Back, have raised a lot of money for cancer research in the area.
Q1. Can students take AP classes at Independence High?
Ans. Yes, students can get ready for college-level work by taking Advanced Placement classes and tests.
Q2. Are there advanced classes available?
Ans. Yes, of course! Honors and AP classes at Independence High push students to think critically and do their best work.
Q3. How do parents find out about their child's academic progress?
Ans. The district's online portal lets students see their grades and attendance.
Q4. Do students get help with standardized tests?
Ans. Yes. Yes, of course! The school has resources to help students get ready for the SAT and ACT tests.
Q5. Does Independence High encourage new ideas?
Ans. Yes, project-based learning lets students think critically and come up with creative ways to solve problems.
Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.
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