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Independence Preparatory Academy

4614 Highway 280 1068, Birmingham, AL 35242 · (205) 346-6366 · Jefferson County
GRADES M–MELEMENTARY21-SUBURBCHARTERREGULAR SCHOOL
Enrollment
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Elementary
STATE 480
Student : Teacher
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Teacher data unavailable
STATE 17.0:1
Free / Reduced Lunch
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Title I proxy
STATE 58%
Community
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0 members
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About Independence Preparatory Academy

Independence Preparatory Academy operates as a medium-sized elementary-level community in Birmingham, Alabama, part of Independence Preparatory Academy. Current enrollment sits at students from the surrounding community spanning grade M.

Operationally, Independence Preparatory Academy answers to Independence Preparatory Academy, which sets policy, hires staff, and reports enrollment to the state.

In the broader community, the surrounding county (Jefferson County) shows that the typical household earns roughly $66,388 per year, roughly 36% of adults have completed at least a four-year degree, and roughly 11% of residents live below the federal poverty line. Across Jefferson County's 181 public schools (combined enrollment of about 97,401 students), Independence Preparatory Academy is one campus in the mix.

Fairfield High Preparatory School is the nearest neighboring public school, about 0.3 miles from this campus. Within five miles, there are 8 other public schools.

Geographically, the school is in a bedroom-community area. Independence Preparatory Academy operates as a public charter school, meaning it is publicly funded but governed independently of the surrounding district's traditional schools.

Within the allk12 community for this school, the page collects discussion, questions, and updates around science fair prep, picture-day reminders, and bus-route questions. Contributors range from current parents to recent graduates and teachers.

Jefferson County at a glance

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Population
667,755
Census ACS
Median income
$66,388
Household, ACS
Bachelor's+
36%
Adults 25+
Poverty rate
11%
Below federal line
Schools in county
181
97,401 students

Quick facts

School name
Independence Preparatory Academy
District
Independence Preparatory Academy
Address
4614 Highway 280 1068, Birmingham, AL 35242
Phone
(205) 346-6366
County
Jefferson County
Level
Elementary
Grade range
M–M
Locale
21-Suburb: Large
NCES ID
010358702729
Charter school
Yes
Virtual school
No

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Frequently asked questions

About Independence Preparatory Academy
What age range does Independence Preparatory Academy serve?
Independence Preparatory Academy serves students from grade M through grade M.
Is Independence Preparatory Academy public or private?
Independence Preparatory Academy is a public K-12 school operated as a charter, overseen by Independence Preparatory Academy.
What county does Independence Preparatory Academy serve?
Independence Preparatory Academy serves Jefferson County in AL.
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