Independence High School vs Sun Valley Academy-Glendale
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Arizona, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Independence High School
Glendale · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,907 students
Sun Valley Academy-Glendale
Glendale · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
192 students
| Measure | Independence High School Glendale, Arizona | Sun Valley Academy-Glendale Glendale, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 78 Top 25% |
| State rank | #137 of 286 | #92 of 1,136 |
| National rank | #9259 of 16,910 | #6392 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 1,907 | 192 |
| Enrollment | 1,907 | 192 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 22.2 | 10.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | – |
| Math proficiency | 55% | – |
| city | Glendale | Glendale |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sun Valley Academy-Glendale scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.6 vs 46.7).
- •Sun Valley Academy-Glendale does better on students per teacher (10.1 vs 22.2).
- •Independence High School is the larger school with 1,907 students compared with 192.
- •Independence High School is a public school while Sun Valley Academy-Glendale is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Independence High School better than Sun Valley Academy-Glendale?
On the Success Index (US), Sun Valley Academy-Glendale ranks higher (77.6 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 Independence High School and Sun Valley Academy-Glendale?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Glendale and Glendale in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Independence High School: 1,907. Sun Valley Academy-Glendale: 192. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Independence High School and Sun Valley Academy-Glendale rank in Arizona?
Independence High School is 137th of 286 and Sun Valley Academy-Glendale is 92nd of 1,136 among high schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).