Independence High vs Ridgeview High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 4.8 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
Ridgeview High
Bakersfield · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,575 students
| Measure | Independence High Bakersfield, California | Ridgeview High Bakersfield, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #773 of 1,343 | #805 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #12791 of 16,910 | #13099 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,324 | 2,575 |
| Enrollment | 2,324 | 2,575 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.7% | 71.8% |
| Students per teacher | 26.1 | 27.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 65% | 60% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 22% |
| city | Bakersfield | Bakersfield |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Independence High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.4 vs 31.1).
- •Ridgeview High does better on math proficiency (22% vs 21%).
- •Independence High does better on reading proficiency (65% vs 60%).
- •Ridgeview High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (71.8% vs 74.7%).
- •Independence High does better on students per teacher (26.1 vs 27.1).
- •Ridgeview High is the larger school with 2,575 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 Ridgeview High?
On the Success Index (US), Independence High ranks higher (32.4 vs 31.1 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 Ridgeview High?
About 4.8 km in a straight line, between Bakersfield and Bakersfield in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Independence High: 2,324. Ridgeview High: 2,575. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Independence High and Ridgeview High rank in California?
Independence High is 773rd of 1,343 and Ridgeview High is 805th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).