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Independence H S

10555 INDEPENDENCE PKWY, FRISCO, TX, 75035

Top 10% School in Texas

Ranked 164 of 2317 in Texas

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About Independence H S

Independence High School is a top public high school in Frisco, Texas, for students in grades 9–12. It has about 2,100 students and a good student-to-teacher ratio of about 15:1. It is one of the best schools in the state. Independence High School is known as one of the best schools in the Frisco Independent School District. It has a large AP program with a 62% participation rate. The school has a very diverse student body, with 82% of students being minorities and 7% of students being economically disadvantaged. The school has great academic results, with 94% of students being good at reading and 70% being good at math. In addition to their regular classes, students often take the SAT and ACT tests to get ready for college. The school is in a popular neighborhood known for its lively community, and it is known as one of the best schools for academic excellence. Independence High School continues to do well because it has high standards for proficiency and is dedicated to getting a wide range of students ready for success after high school, and it is one of the best high schools in Texas.

Independence H S Contact Information

Address

10555 INDEPENDENCE PKWY, FRISCO, TX, 75035

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Phone

(469) 633-5400

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 70%
Reading 94%
State average proficiency is 70% in Math and 94% in Reading.
111
Full-time Teachers
15 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
1670
Total Students
$66547
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 164 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Independence H S

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 9:00 AM to 4:25 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:45 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 18.2%
Asian 64.55%
Hispanic 6.23%
Black 7.19%
Two+ Races 2.93%
Native Am. 0.78%
White
18.2%
Asian
64.55%
Hispanic
6.23%
Black
7.19%
Two+ Races
2.93%
Native Am.
0.78%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 1670
50.48%
843 Female
49.52%
827 Male

Student Population

1670 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

334 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Independence High School is still doing very well in school. A lot of students recently became National Merit Finalists in the 2026 competition, which means they are among the best high school students in the state. The school's sports programs are still very competitive. The varsity golf and tennis teams made it to regional and state tournaments in the spring. Also, the campus recently held a successful 5th Grade Preview Night, where current student ambassadors led demonstrations in orchestra, theater, and technical arts to welcome the next group of Knights.

FAQ

Q1. Are there arts and creative programs at Independence H S?

Ans. Yes, students can take part in programs for visual arts, music, and performing arts.

Q2. What does Independence H S do to help students get ready for life after graduation?

Ans. College planning, mentoring, and skill-building programs help students move on to higher education, vocational paths, or jobs.

Q3. Can students take AP classes at Independence H S?

Ans. Yes, students can get ready for college-level work by taking Advanced Placement classes and tests.

Q4. Do students get help getting ready for college?

Ans. Yes, Students can take the SAT and ACT and get help planning for college.

Q5. Do teachers want students to take advanced classes?

Ans. Yes, Advanced classes push students and help them do better in school.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

WR

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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