Independence High vs William Sheppard Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.4 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
William Sheppard Middle
San Jose · Public middle · Grades 6–8
451 students
| Measure | Independence High San Jose, California | William Sheppard Middle San Jose, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #336 of 1,343 | #713 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #7512 of 16,910 | #11841 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 2,289 | 451 |
| Enrollment | 2,289 | 451 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47% | 71.4% |
| Students per teacher | 22.2 | 17.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 29% |
| city | San Jose | San Jose |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Independence High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (53.3 vs 30.5).
- •Independence High does better on math proficiency (44% vs 29%).
- •Independence High does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 41%).
- •Independence High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47% vs 71.4%).
- •William Sheppard Middle does better on students per teacher (17.3 vs 22.2).
- •Independence High is the larger school with 2,289 students compared with 451.
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 William Sheppard Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Independence High ranks higher (53.3 vs 30.5 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 William Sheppard Middle?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between San Jose and San Jose in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Independence High: 2,289. William Sheppard Middle: 451. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Independence High and William Sheppard Middle rank in California?
Independence High is 336th of 1,343 and William Sheppard Middle is 713th of 1,334 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).