Independence Jr High School vs Indian Hill
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Independence Jr High School
Palos Heights ยท Public middle ยท Grades 6โ8
236 students
Indian Hill
Palos Heights ยท Public elementary ยท Grades PKโK
183 students
| Measure | Independence Jr High School Palos Heights, Illinois | Indian Hill Palos Heights, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 64 Top 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #147 of 670 | #1144 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #4568 of 15,369 | #33019 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6โ8 | Grades PKโK |
| Students | 236 | 183 |
| Enrollment | 236 | 183 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | โ | โ |
| Students per teacher | 11.2 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 66% | โ |
| Math proficiency | 38% | โ |
| city | Palos Heights | Palos Heights |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | โ | โ |
The verdict
- โขIndependence Jr High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (64.1 vs 38.4).
- โขIndependence Jr High School does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 16.6).
- โขIndependence Jr High School is the larger school with 236 students compared with 183.
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 Jr High School better than Indian Hill?
On the Success Index (US), Independence Jr High School ranks higher (64.1 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 Jr High School and Indian Hill?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Palos Heights and Palos Heights in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Independence Jr High School: 236. Indian Hill: 183. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Independence Jr High School and Indian Hill rank in Illinois?
Independence Jr High School is 147th of 670 and Indian Hill is 1144th of 2,303 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).