Independence High School vs Sunset Vista
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.
Independence High School
Glendale · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,907 students
Sunset Vista
Glendale · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
676 students
| Measure | Independence High School Glendale, Arizona | Sunset Vista Glendale, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #137 of 286 | #869 of 1,136 |
| National rank | #9259 of 16,910 | #43688 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 1,907 | 676 |
| Enrollment | 1,907 | 676 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 22.2 | 18.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 55% | 36% |
| city | Glendale | Glendale |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Independence High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.7 vs 21.9).
- •Independence High School does better on math proficiency (55% vs 36%).
- •Independence High School does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 28%).
- •Sunset Vista does better on students per teacher (18.3 vs 22.2).
- •Independence High School is the larger school with 1,907 students compared with 676.
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 Sunset Vista?
On the Success Index (US), Independence High School ranks higher (46.7 vs 21.9 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 Sunset Vista?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Glendale and Glendale in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Independence High School: 1,907. Sunset Vista: 676. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Independence High School and Sunset Vista rank in Arizona?
Independence High School is 137th of 286 and Sunset Vista is 869th of 1,136 among high schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).