Independence High vs Katella High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 197 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Independence High
Bakersfield · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,324 students
Katella High
Anaheim · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,326 students
| Measure | Independence High Bakersfield, California | Katella High Anaheim, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #773 of 1,343 | #1013 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #12791 of 16,910 | #14573 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,324 | 2,326 |
| Enrollment | 2,324 | 2,326 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.7% | 91.7% |
| Students per teacher | 26.1 | 24.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 65% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 17% |
| city | Bakersfield | Anaheim |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Independence High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.4 vs 24.0).
- •Independence High does better on math proficiency (21% vs 17%).
- •Independence High does better on reading proficiency (65% vs 55%).
- •Independence High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (74.7% vs 91.7%).
- •Katella High does better on students per teacher (24.2 vs 26.1).
- •Katella High is the larger school with 2,326 students compared with 2,324.
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 better than Katella High?
On the Success Index (US), Independence High ranks higher (32.4 vs 24.0 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 Independence High and Katella High?
About 197 km in a straight line, between Bakersfield and Anaheim in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Independence High: 2,324. Katella High: 2,326. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Independence High and Katella High rank in California?
Independence High is 773rd of 1,343 and Katella High is 1013th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).