Academy of Careers and Exploration vs Independence Charter Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 2.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Academy of Careers and Exploration
Helendale · Charter high · Grades 7–12
285 students
Independence Charter Academy
Helendale · Charter other · Grades K–12
118 students
| Measure | Academy of Careers and Exploration Helendale, California | Independence Charter Academy Helendale, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #622 of 1,343 | – |
| National rank | #11389 of 16,910 | – |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | High | Other |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 285 | 118 |
| Enrollment | 285 | 118 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 45.3% | 61.9% |
| Students per teacher | 20.4 | 29.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 24.5% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 15% |
| city | Helendale | Helendale |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Academy of Careers and Exploration does better on math proficiency (17% vs 15%).
- •Academy of Careers and Exploration does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 24.5%).
- •Academy of Careers and Exploration does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (45.3% vs 61.9%).
- •Academy of Careers and Exploration does better on students per teacher (20.4 vs 29.5).
- •Academy of Careers and Exploration is the larger school with 285 students compared with 118.
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 Academy of Careers and Exploration better than Independence Charter Academy?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Academy of Careers and Exploration and Independence Charter Academy?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Helendale and Helendale in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Academy of Careers and Exploration: 285. Independence Charter Academy: 118. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Academy of Careers and Exploration and Independence Charter Academy rank in California?
Academy of Careers and Exploration is 622nd of 1,343 and Independence Charter Academy is unranked among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).