Independence Elementary School vs Smoky Hill High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Colorado, United States, 479 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Independence Elementary School
Aurora · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
439 students
Smoky Hill High School
Aurora · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,297 students
| Measure | Independence Elementary School Aurora, Colorado | Smoky Hill High School Aurora, Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #756 of 993 | #147 of 307 |
| National rank | #40522 of 50,301 | #8605 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 439 | 2,297 |
| Enrollment | 439 | 2,297 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 64.7% | 48.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 20.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 42% |
| city | Aurora | Aurora |
| state | Colorado | Colorado |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Smoky Hill High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.2 vs 26.8).
- •Smoky Hill High School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 21%).
- •Smoky Hill High School does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 26%).
- •Smoky Hill High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.6% vs 64.7%).
- •Independence Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 20.0).
- •Smoky Hill High School is the larger school with 2,297 students compared with 439.
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 Elementary School better than Smoky Hill High School?
On the Success Index (US), Smoky Hill High School ranks higher (49.2 vs 26.8 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 Elementary School and Smoky Hill High School?
About 479 m in a straight line, between Aurora and Aurora in Colorado.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Independence Elementary School: 439. Smoky Hill High School: 2,297. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Independence Elementary School and Smoky Hill High School rank in Colorado?
Independence Elementary School is 756th of 993 and Smoky Hill High School is 147th of 307 among elementary schools in Colorado on the 2025 Success Index (US).