Desert Spirit vs Independence High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Arizona, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Desert Spirit
Glendale · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
682 students
Independence High School
Glendale · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,907 students
| Measure | Desert Spirit Glendale, Arizona | Independence High School Glendale, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #827 of 1,136 | #137 of 286 |
| National rank | #42226 of 50,301 | #9259 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 682 | 1,907 |
| Enrollment | 682 | 1,907 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 19.5 | 22.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 55% |
| city | Glendale | Glendale |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Independence High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.7 vs 24.1).
- •Independence High School does better on math proficiency (55% vs 38%).
- •Independence High School does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 31%).
- •Desert Spirit does better on students per teacher (19.5 vs 22.2).
- •Independence High School is the larger school with 1,907 students compared with 682.
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 Spirit better than Independence High School?
On the Success Index (US), Independence High School ranks higher (46.7 vs 24.1 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 Spirit and Independence High School?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Glendale and Glendale in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Desert Spirit: 682. Independence High School: 1,907. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Desert Spirit and Independence High School rank in Arizona?
Desert Spirit is 827th of 1,136 and Independence High School is 137th of 286 among elementary schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).