Desert Mountain High School vs Independence High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Arizona, United States, 39 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Desert Mountain High School
Scottsdale · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,905 students
Independence High School
Glendale · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,907 students
| Measure | Desert Mountain High School Scottsdale, Arizona | Independence High School Glendale, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 67 Top 25% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #51 of 286 | #137 of 286 |
| National rank | #4055 of 16,910 | #9259 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,905 | 1,907 |
| Enrollment | 1,905 | 1,907 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 20.7 | 22.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 78% | 55% |
| city | Scottsdale | Glendale |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Desert Mountain High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.0 vs 46.7).
- •Desert Mountain High School does better on math proficiency (78% vs 55%).
- •Desert Mountain High School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 48%).
- •Desert Mountain High School does better on students per teacher (20.7 vs 22.2).
- •Independence High School is the larger school with 1,907 students compared with 1,905.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Desert Mountain High School better than Independence High School?
On the Success Index (US), Desert Mountain High School ranks higher (67.0 vs 46.7 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Desert Mountain High School and Independence High School?
About 39 km in a straight line, between Scottsdale and Glendale in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Desert Mountain High School: 1,905. Independence High School: 1,907. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Desert Mountain High School and Independence High School rank in Arizona?
Desert Mountain High School is 51st of 286 and Independence High School is 137th of 286 among high schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).