Glendale High School vs Independence High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Arizona, United States, 2.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Glendale High School
Glendale · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,734 students
Independence High School
Glendale · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,907 students
| Measure | Glendale High School Glendale, Arizona | Independence High School Glendale, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #198 of 286 | #137 of 286 |
| National rank | #12653 of 16,910 | #9259 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,734 | 1,907 |
| Enrollment | 1,734 | 1,907 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 21.4 | 22.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 55% |
| city | Glendale | Glendale |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Independence High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.7 vs 33.0).
- •Independence High School does better on math proficiency (55% vs 47%).
- •Independence High School does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 30%).
- •Glendale High School does better on students per teacher (21.4 vs 22.2).
- •Independence High School is the larger school with 1,907 students compared with 1,734.
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 Glendale High School better than Independence High School?
On the Success Index (US), Independence High School ranks higher (46.7 vs 33.0 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 Glendale High School and Independence High School?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Glendale and Glendale in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Glendale High School: 1,734. Independence High School: 1,907. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Glendale High School and Independence High School rank in Arizona?
Glendale High School is 198th of 286 and Independence High School is 137th of 286 among high schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).