High Schools in Independence 30

The Independence 30 school district in Missouri is home to three high schools: Truman High, William Chrisman High, and Van Horn High. These schools serve students in grades 9-12 and offer a range of academic programs and extracurricular activities.

Among the three high schools, Truman High stands out as the top performer, ranking 124th out of 352 Missouri high schools in the 2022-2023 school year. Truman High boasts the highest percentage of students proficient or better in MAP/English II (55.4%) and MAP/Algebra II (49.2%), as well as a relatively lower percentage of free and reduced lunch recipients (51.81%) compared to the other schools. William Chrisman High follows closely, ranking 167th in the state and having the highest percentage of students proficient or better in MAP/Government (43.5%).

However, the data also reveals significant disparities in academic performance across the three high schools. Van Horn High has the lowest proficiency rates in most subject areas, with only 12.2% of students proficient or better in Algebra I and 15.6% in Biology I. This disparity may be linked to the high percentage of free and reduced lunch recipients at Van Horn High (72.02%), suggesting that socioeconomic factors play a significant role in student outcomes. Addressing these challenges and ensuring equitable access to quality education for all students in the Independence 30 district is crucial for improving overall academic performance.