Independence High vs Old River Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 3.8 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
Old River Elementary
Bakersfield · Public elementary · Grades K–6
795 students
| Measure | Independence High Bakersfield, California | Old River Elementary Bakersfield, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #773 of 1,343 | #2279 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #12791 of 16,910 | #29544 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 2,324 | 795 |
| Enrollment | 2,324 | 795 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.7% | 76% |
| Students per teacher | 26.1 | 24.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 65% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 48% |
| city | Bakersfield | Bakersfield |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Old River Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.6 vs 32.4).
- •Old River Elementary does better on math proficiency (48% vs 21%).
- •Independence High does better on reading proficiency (65% vs 57%).
- •Independence High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (74.7% vs 76%).
- •Old River Elementary does better on students per teacher (24.8 vs 26.1).
- •Independence High is the larger school with 2,324 students compared with 795.
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 Old River Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Old River Elementary ranks higher (43.6 vs 32.4 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 Old River Elementary?
About 3.8 km in a straight line, between Bakersfield and Bakersfield in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Independence High: 2,324. Old River Elementary: 795. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Independence High and Old River Elementary rank in California?
Independence High is 773rd of 1,343 and Old River Elementary is 2279th of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).