High School for Environmental Studies vs Independence High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in New York, United States, 45 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
High School for Environmental Studies
New York · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,007 students
Independence High School
New York · Public high · Grades 9–12
222 students
| Measure | High School for Environmental Studies New York, New York | Independence High School New York, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #545 of 1,079 | #916 of 1,079 |
| National rank | #2559 of 16,910 | #6296 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,007 | 222 |
| Enrollment | 1,007 | 222 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69.1% | 91.4% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 9.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 90% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 86% | 57% |
| city | New York | New York |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •High School for Environmental Studies scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.1 vs 58.0).
- •High School for Environmental Studies does better on math proficiency (86% vs 57%).
- •High School for Environmental Studies does better on reading proficiency (90% vs 67%).
- •High School for Environmental Studies does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (69.1% vs 91.4%).
- •Independence High School does better on students per teacher (9.3 vs 13.6).
- •High School for Environmental Studies is the larger school with 1,007 students compared with 222.
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 High School for Environmental Studies better than Independence High School?
On the Success Index (US), High School for Environmental Studies ranks higher (73.1 vs 58.0 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 High School for Environmental Studies and Independence High School?
About 45 m in a straight line, between New York and New York in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
High School for Environmental Studies: 1,007. Independence High School: 222. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do High School for Environmental Studies and Independence High School rank in New York?
High School for Environmental Studies is 545th of 1,079 and Independence High School is 916th of 1,079 among high schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).