Independence High Magnet vs Jena High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Louisiana, United States, 195 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Independence High Magnet
Independence · Public high · Grades 7–12
490 students
Jena High School
Jena · Public high · Grades 9–12
490 students
| Measure | Independence High Magnet Independence, Louisiana | Jena High School Jena, Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #213 of 246 | #50 of 246 |
| National rank | #10545 of 16,910 | #2667 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 490 | 490 |
| Enrollment | 490 | 490 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.3% | 50.6% |
| Students per teacher | 11.7 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 77% |
| city | Independence | Jena |
| state | Louisiana | Louisiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jena High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.6 vs 41.7).
- •Jena High School does better on math proficiency (77% vs 47%).
- •Jena High School does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 37%).
- •Jena High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50.6% vs 83.3%).
- •Independence High Magnet does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 14.4).
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 High Magnet better than Jena High School?
On the Success Index (US), Jena High School ranks higher (72.6 vs 41.7 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 High Magnet and Jena High School?
About 195 km in a straight line, between Independence and Jena in Louisiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Independence High Magnet: 490. Jena High School: 490. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Independence High Magnet and Jena High School rank in Louisiana?
Independence High Magnet is 213th of 246 and Jena High School is 50th of 246 among high schools in Louisiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).