Amite High Magnet vs Independence High Magnet
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Louisiana, United States, 9.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Amite High Magnet
Amite · Public high · Grades 9–12
347 students
Independence High Magnet
Independence · Public high · Grades 7–12
490 students
| Measure | Amite High Magnet Amite, Louisiana | Independence High Magnet Independence, Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #235 of 246 | #213 of 246 |
| National rank | #12618 of 16,910 | #10545 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 347 | 490 |
| Enrollment | 347 | 490 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.5% | 83.3% |
| Students per teacher | 10.8 | 11.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 47% |
| city | Amite | Independence |
| state | Louisiana | Louisiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Independence High Magnet scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.7 vs 33.1).
- •Independence High Magnet does better on math proficiency (47% vs 32%).
- •Independence High Magnet does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 32%).
- •Independence High Magnet does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.3% vs 88.5%).
- •Amite High Magnet does better on students per teacher (10.8 vs 11.7).
- •Independence High Magnet is the larger school with 490 students compared with 347.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Amite High Magnet better than Independence High Magnet?
On the Success Index (US), Independence High Magnet ranks higher (41.7 vs 33.1 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 Amite High Magnet and Independence High Magnet?
About 9.8 km in a straight line, between Amite and Independence in Louisiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Amite High Magnet: 347. Independence High Magnet: 490. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Amite High Magnet and Independence High Magnet rank in Louisiana?
Amite High Magnet is 235th of 246 and Independence High Magnet is 213th of 246 among high schools in Louisiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).