Independence High Magnet vs Midway Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Louisiana, United States, 8.7 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
Midway Elementary School
Tickfaw · Public elementary · Grades PK–3
440 students
| Measure | Independence High Magnet Independence, Louisiana | Midway Elementary School Tickfaw, Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #213 of 246 | #463 of 697 |
| National rank | #10545 of 16,910 | #20601 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades PK–3 |
| Students | 490 | 440 |
| Enrollment | 490 | 440 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.3% | 86.4% |
| Students per teacher | 11.7 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 57% |
| city | Independence | Tickfaw |
| state | Louisiana | Louisiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Midway Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.5 vs 41.7).
- •Midway Elementary School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 47%).
- •Midway Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 37%).
- •Independence High Magnet does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.3% vs 86.4%).
- •Independence High Magnet does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 12.2).
- •Independence High Magnet is the larger school with 490 students compared with 440.
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 Midway Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Midway Elementary School ranks higher (56.5 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 Midway Elementary School?
About 8.7 km in a straight line, between Independence and Tickfaw in Louisiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Independence High Magnet: 490. Midway Elementary School: 440. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Independence High Magnet and Midway Elementary School rank in Louisiana?
Independence High Magnet is 213th of 246 and Midway Elementary School is 463rd of 697 among high schools in Louisiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).