Independence Middle School vs William T. Dwyer High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 2.9 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
William T. Dwyer High School
West Palm Beach · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,163 students
| Measure | Independence Middle School Jupiter, Florida | William T. Dwyer High School West Palm Beach, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 81 Top 10% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #47 of 563 | #160 of 576 |
| National rank | #1410 of 15,369 | #5239 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,236 | 2,163 |
| Enrollment | 1,236 | 2,163 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 20.1% | 31.9% |
| Students per teacher | 19.0 | 17.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 57% |
| city | Jupiter | West Palm Beach |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Independence Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (80.5 vs 62.2).
- •Independence Middle School does better on math proficiency (82% vs 57%).
- •Independence Middle School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 57%).
- •Independence Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.1% vs 31.9%).
- •William T. Dwyer High School does better on students per teacher (17.9 vs 19.0).
- •William T. Dwyer High School is the larger school with 2,163 students compared with 1,236.
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 William T. Dwyer High School?
On the Success Index (US), Independence Middle School ranks higher (80.5 vs 62.2 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 William T. Dwyer High School?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between Jupiter and West Palm Beach in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Independence Middle School: 1,236. William T. Dwyer High School: 2,163. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Independence Middle School and William T. Dwyer High School rank in Florida?
Independence Middle School is 47th of 563 and William T. Dwyer High School is 160th of 576 among middle schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).