Hanthorn Early Education vs Truman High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hanthorn Early Education
Independence · Public other · Grades PK–PK
180 students
Truman High
Independence · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,720 students
| Measure | Hanthorn Early Education Independence, Missouri | Truman High Independence, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | – Not rated | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | – | #340 of 497 |
| National rank | – | #10191 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Other | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–PK | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 180 | 1,720 |
| Enrollment | 180 | 1,720 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.7% | 62.2% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 18.7 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 61% |
| Math proficiency | – | 34% |
| city | Independence | Independence |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Truman High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.2% vs 96.7%).
- •Hanthorn Early Education does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 18.7).
- •Truman High is the larger school with 1,720 students compared with 180.
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 Hanthorn Early Education better than Truman High?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Hanthorn Early Education and Truman High?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Independence and Independence in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hanthorn Early Education: 180. Truman High: 1,720. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hanthorn Early Education and Truman High rank in Missouri?
Hanthorn Early Education is unranked and Truman High is 340th of 497 among other schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).