Independence Middle vs Jefferson School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Kansas, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Independence Middle
Independence · Public middle · Grades 6–8
376 students
Jefferson School
Independence · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
356 students
| Measure | Independence Middle Independence, Kansas | Jefferson School Independence, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #123 of 205 | #493 of 686 |
| National rank | #11470 of 15,369 | #34449 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 376 | 356 |
| Enrollment | 376 | 356 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.7% | 82.3% |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 39% |
| city | Independence | Independence |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.3 vs 32.2).
- •Jefferson School does better on math proficiency (39% vs 30%).
- •Jefferson School does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 31%).
- •Independence Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (74.7% vs 82.3%).
- •Independence Middle does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 13.7).
- •Independence Middle is the larger school with 376 students compared with 356.
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 better than Jefferson School?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson School ranks higher (36.3 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 Independence Middle and Jefferson School?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Independence and Independence in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Independence Middle: 376. Jefferson School: 356. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Independence Middle and Jefferson School rank in Kansas?
Independence Middle is 123rd of 205 and Jefferson School is 493rd of 686 among middle schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).