Independence Middle School vs Jerry Thomas Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 3.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Independence Middle School
Jupiter · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,236 students
Jerry Thomas Elementary School
Jupiter · Public elementary · Grades K–5
688 students
| Measure | Independence Middle School Jupiter, Florida | Jerry Thomas Elementary School Jupiter, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 81 Top 10% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #47 of 563 | #470 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #1410 of 15,369 | #7203 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,236 | 688 |
| Enrollment | 1,236 | 688 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 20.1% | 38.8% |
| Students per teacher | 19.0 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 66% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 71% |
| city | Jupiter | Jupiter |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Independence Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (80.5 vs 76.2).
- •Independence Middle School does better on math proficiency (82% vs 71%).
- •Independence Middle School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 66%).
- •Independence Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.1% vs 38.8%).
- •Jerry Thomas Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 19.0).
- •Independence Middle School is the larger school with 1,236 students compared with 688.
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 Middle School better than Jerry Thomas Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Independence Middle School ranks higher (80.5 vs 76.2 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 Middle School and Jerry Thomas Elementary School?
About 3.4 km in a straight line, between Jupiter and Jupiter in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Independence Middle School: 1,236. Jerry Thomas Elementary School: 688. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Independence Middle School and Jerry Thomas Elementary School rank in Florida?
Independence Middle School is 47th of 563 and Jerry Thomas Elementary School is 470th of 2,187 among middle schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).