Independence High vs Lakeside
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 6.7 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
Lakeside
Bakersfield · Public elementary · Grades K–8
892 students
| Measure | Independence High Bakersfield, California | Lakeside Bakersfield, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #773 of 1,343 | #3164 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #12791 of 16,910 | #37360 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 2,324 | 892 |
| Enrollment | 2,324 | 892 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.7% | 63.9% |
| Students per teacher | 26.1 | 24.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 65% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 28% |
| city | Bakersfield | Bakersfield |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (32.4 vs 31.8).
- •Lakeside does better on math proficiency (28% vs 21%).
- •Independence High does better on reading proficiency (65% vs 47%).
- •Lakeside does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63.9% vs 74.7%).
- •Lakeside does better on students per teacher (24.8 vs 26.1).
- •Independence High is the larger school with 2,324 students compared with 892.
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 Lakeside?
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 Independence High and Lakeside?
About 6.7 km in a straight line, between Bakersfield and Bakersfield in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Independence High: 2,324. Lakeside: 892. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Independence High and Lakeside rank in California?
Independence High is 773rd of 1,343 and Lakeside is 3164th of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).