Independence High School
High school in San Jose, CA · East Side Union High · Grades 9-12
On the spring 2026 state tests, 60% of Independence High School students met or exceeded California's reading (ELA) standard and 33% met the math standard. In reading, that is about the same as the East Side Union High average (61%) and 10 points above the California average (49%). Its reading result is higher than 51% of Bay Area high schools, and it ranks 15th of 31 public high schools in San Jose. Reading results in 2026 were about the same as in 2024, and math results were about the same as in 2024.
Test scores, 2024 to 2026
| Subject | Spring 2024 | Spring 2025 | Spring 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reading (ELA) | 60% | 62% | 60% | −1 pt |
| Math | 33% | 31% | 33% | 0 pts |
Compared with nearby averages
| Spring 2026 | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| Independence High School | 60% | 33% |
| East Side Union High | 61% | 37% |
| Santa Clara County | 60% | 54% |
| California | 49% | 38% |
Where graduates go
Share of the class of 2022-23 enrolled in college within 16 months of graduating.
For fall 2025, UC admitted 89 of 112 freshman applicants from Independence High School (79%), and 34 enrolled.
Homes near Independence High School
The typical home value in ZIP code 95133, where Independence High School is located, is $1.09M, down 3.2% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
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Nearby high schools
| Distance | School | Reading (ELA) | Math | Typical home value (ZIP) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.3 mi | KIPP San Jose Collegiate CharterSan Jose · Grades 9-12 | 73% | 65% | $1.09M |
| 0.3 mi | ACE Charter High CharterSan Jose · Grades 9-12 | 36% | 14% | $1.09M |
| 1.4 mi | James Lick HighSan Jose · Grades 9-12 | 41% | 16% | $1.07M |
| 1.6 mi | San Jose HighSan Jose · Grades 9-12 | 47% | 12% | $897K |
| 2.3 mi | San Jose Conservation Corps Charter CharterSan Jose · Grades 12-Adult | n/a | n/a | $956K |
| 2.3 mi | Piedmont Hills HighSan Jose · Grades 9-12 | 77% | 56% | $1.54M |
School details
- Address
- 617 North Jackson Avenue, San Jose, CA 95133
Get directions · See it on our map - Phone
- (408) 928-9500
- District
- East Side Union High
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Grades
- 9-12
- Students
- 2,229 (2025-26)
- Type
- High school · Traditional · Magnet
- Opened
- 1976
- Website
- independence.esuhsd.org
- State school code
- 43694274330031
Common questions
How did Independence High School do on state tests?
In spring 2026, 60% of students met or exceeded the reading (ELA) standard and 33% met the math standard, compared with 49% and 38% across California.
How many students attend Independence High School?
2,229 students were enrolled in the 2025-26 school year, in grades 9-12.
How many Independence High School students get into UC?
For fall 2025, 89 of 112 UC freshman applicants from Independence High School were admitted. Of the class of 2022-23, 10% enrolled at a UC campus within 16 months.
How much do homes cost near Independence High School?
The typical home value in ZIP code 95133, where Independence High School is located, is $1.09M, down 3.2% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
Does living near Independence High School guarantee a spot?
No. Public schools assign students by attendance zone, which East Side Union High sets and can change. Confirm the zone for a specific address with the district before you buy or rent.