Independence Academy vs Sky Ranch Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Colorado, United States, 339 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Independence Academy
Grand Junction · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
491 students
Sky Ranch Academy
Aurora · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
495 students
| Measure | Independence Academy Grand Junction, Colorado | Sky Ranch Academy Aurora, Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #585 of 993 | #440 of 993 |
| National rank | #33018 of 50,301 | #26455 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 491 | 495 |
| Enrollment | 491 | 495 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.6% | 42.4% |
| Students per teacher | 17.5 | 20.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | – |
| Math proficiency | 41% | – |
| city | Grand Junction | Aurora |
| state | Colorado | Colorado |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sky Ranch Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.1 vs 38.4).
- •Sky Ranch Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42.4% vs 87.6%).
- •Independence Academy does better on students per teacher (17.5 vs 20.6).
- •Sky Ranch Academy is the larger school with 495 students compared with 491.
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 Academy better than Sky Ranch Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Sky Ranch Academy ranks higher (48.1 vs 38.4 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 Academy and Sky Ranch Academy?
About 339 km in a straight line, between Grand Junction and Aurora in Colorado.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Independence Academy: 491. Sky Ranch Academy: 495. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Independence Academy and Sky Ranch Academy rank in Colorado?
Independence Academy is 585th of 993 and Sky Ranch Academy is 440th of 993 among elementary schools in Colorado on the 2025 Success Index (US).