Independence Sr High vs Mulvane High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Kansas, United States, 138 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Independence Sr High
Independence · Public high · Grades 9–12
550 students
Mulvane High
Mulvane · Public high · Grades 9–12
540 students
| Measure | Independence Sr High Independence, Kansas | Mulvane High Mulvane, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #105 of 296 | #62 of 296 |
| National rank | #11215 of 16,910 | #9587 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 550 | 540 |
| Enrollment | 550 | 540 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 66.2% | 33% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 13.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 32% |
| city | Independence | Mulvane |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mulvane High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.4 vs 38.9).
- •Independence Sr High does better on math proficiency (37% vs 32%).
- •Independence Sr High does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 32%).
- •Mulvane High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33% vs 66.2%).
- •Independence Sr High does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 13.5).
- •Independence Sr High is the larger school with 550 students compared with 540.
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 Sr High better than Mulvane High?
On the Success Index (US), Mulvane High ranks higher (45.4 vs 38.9 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 Sr High and Mulvane High?
About 138 km in a straight line, between Independence and Mulvane in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Independence Sr High: 550. Mulvane High: 540. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Independence Sr High and Mulvane High rank in Kansas?
Independence Sr High is 105th of 296 and Mulvane High is 62nd of 296 among high schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).