Independence Junior Senior High School vs West Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Iowa, United States, 740 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Independence Junior Senior High School
Independence · Public high · Grades 7–12
712 students
West Elementary School
Independence · Public elementary · Grades 3–6
360 students
| Measure | Independence Junior Senior High School Independence, Iowa | West Elementary School Independence, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 76 Top 25% | 83 Top 10% |
| State rank | #149 of 319 | #157 of 654 |
| National rank | #2040 of 16,910 | #3602 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 3–6 |
| Students | 712 | 360 |
| Enrollment | 712 | 360 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 29.4% | 39.4% |
| Students per teacher | 16.2 | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 71% | 70% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 76% |
| city | Independence | Independence |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.6 vs 75.5).
- •Independence Junior Senior High School does better on math proficiency (77% vs 76%).
- •Independence Junior Senior High School does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 70%).
- •Independence Junior Senior High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.4% vs 39.4%).
- •West Elementary School does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 16.2).
- •Independence Junior Senior High School is the larger school with 712 students compared with 360.
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 Junior Senior High School better than West Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), West Elementary School ranks higher (82.6 vs 75.5 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 Junior Senior High School and West Elementary School?
About 740 m in a straight line, between Independence and Independence in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Independence Junior Senior High School: 712. West Elementary School: 360. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Independence Junior Senior High School and West Elementary School rank in Iowa?
Independence Junior Senior High School is 149th of 319 and West Elementary School is 157th of 654 among high schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).