Independence High vs Olympian High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 691 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Independence High
San Jose · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,289 students
Olympian High
Chula Vista · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,289 students
| Measure | Independence High San Jose, California | Olympian High Chula Vista, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #336 of 1,343 | #169 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #7512 of 16,910 | #4521 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,289 | 2,289 |
| Enrollment | 2,289 | 2,289 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47% | 27.6% |
| Students per teacher | 22.2 | 24.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 49% |
| city | San Jose | Chula Vista |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Olympian High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.1 vs 53.3).
- •Olympian High does better on math proficiency (49% vs 44%).
- •Olympian High does better on reading proficiency (76% vs 67%).
- •Olympian High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27.6% vs 47%).
- •Independence High does better on students per teacher (22.2 vs 24.1).
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 Olympian High?
On the Success Index (US), Olympian High ranks higher (65.1 vs 53.3 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 Olympian High?
About 691 km in a straight line, between San Jose and Chula Vista in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Independence High: 2,289. Olympian High: 2,289. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Independence High and Olympian High rank in California?
Independence High is 336th of 1,343 and Olympian High is 169th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).