Independence High School in Ashburn, Virginia on DonorsChoose

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About this school

Independence High School is a suburban public school in Ashburn, Virginia that is part of Loudoun County Public Schools. It serves 2,169 students in grades 9 - 12. Its teachers have had 5 projects funded on DonorsChoose.

Public School

Grades 9 - 12

2,169 Students

# of teachers unavailable

23115 Learning Cir

Ashburn, VA 20148 View local requests

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Independence High School Teachers on DonorsChoose

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Mrs. Joyner

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Independence High School Demographics

29%

of students receive free or reduced price lunch

Source: the National Center for Education Statistics

49%

of students are Black, Latino, Native American, or Asian

Schools in districts that mainly serve students of color receive substantially less state and local support than similar districts that serve primarily White students. Learn more about this gap, why it exists, and how you can help close it.

Independence High School Support on DonorsChoose Last updated Apr 9, 2026

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