Independence Middle vs Louisburg Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Kansas, United States, 180 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
Louisburg Middle
Louisburg · Public middle · Grades 6–8
378 students
| Measure | Independence Middle Independence, Kansas | Louisburg Middle Louisburg, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #123 of 205 | #22 of 205 |
| National rank | #11470 of 15,369 | #4847 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 376 | 378 |
| Enrollment | 376 | 378 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.7% | 21.2% |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 15.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 49% |
| city | Independence | Louisburg |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Louisburg Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.9 vs 32.2).
- •Louisburg Middle does better on math proficiency (49% vs 30%).
- •Louisburg Middle does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 31%).
- •Louisburg Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21.2% vs 74.7%).
- •Independence Middle does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 15.1).
- •Louisburg Middle is the larger school with 378 students compared with 376.
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 Louisburg Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Louisburg Middle ranks higher (62.9 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 Louisburg Middle?
About 180 km in a straight line, between Independence and Louisburg in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Independence Middle: 376. Louisburg Middle: 378. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Independence Middle and Louisburg Middle rank in Kansas?
Independence Middle is 123rd of 205 and Louisburg Middle is 22nd of 205 among middle schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).