Eisenhower Elem vs Independence Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Kansas, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Eisenhower Elem
Independence · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
323 students
Independence Middle
Independence · Public middle · Grades 6–8
376 students
| Measure | Eisenhower Elem Independence, Kansas | Independence Middle Independence, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #281 of 686 | #123 of 205 |
| National rank | #24452 of 50,301 | #11470 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 323 | 376 |
| Enrollment | 323 | 376 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.7% | 74.7% |
| Students per teacher | 11.5 | 12.1 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 31% |
| Math proficiency | – | 30% |
| city | Independence | Independence |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Eisenhower Elem scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.0 vs 32.2).
- •Independence Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (74.7% vs 77.7%).
- •Eisenhower Elem does better on students per teacher (11.5 vs 12.1).
- •Independence Middle is the larger school with 376 students compared with 323.
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 Eisenhower Elem better than Independence Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Eisenhower Elem ranks higher (51.0 vs 32.2 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 Eisenhower Elem and Independence Middle?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Independence and Independence in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Eisenhower Elem: 323. Independence Middle: 376. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Eisenhower Elem and Independence Middle rank in Kansas?
Eisenhower Elem is 281st of 686 and Independence Middle is 123rd of 205 among elementary schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).