Independence High School vs Manhattan Bridges High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in New York, United States, 437 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Independence High School
New York · Public high · Grades 9–12
222 students
Manhattan Bridges High School
New York · Public high · Grades 9–12
393 students
| Measure | Independence High School New York, New York | Manhattan Bridges High School New York, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #916 of 1,079 | #595 of 1,079 |
| National rank | #6296 of 16,910 | #2806 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 222 | 393 |
| Enrollment | 222 | 393 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.4% | 97.7% |
| Students per teacher | 9.3 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 97.5% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 97.5% |
| city | New York | New York |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Manhattan Bridges High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.0 vs 58.0).
- •Manhattan Bridges High School does better on math proficiency (97.5% vs 57%).
- •Manhattan Bridges High School does better on reading proficiency (97.5% vs 67%).
- •Independence High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.4% vs 97.7%).
- •Independence High School does better on students per teacher (9.3 vs 12.3).
- •Manhattan Bridges High School is the larger school with 393 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 Independence High School better than Manhattan Bridges High School?
On the Success Index (US), Manhattan Bridges High School ranks higher (72.0 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 Independence High School and Manhattan Bridges High School?
About 437 m in a straight line, between New York and New York in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Independence High School: 222. Manhattan Bridges High School: 393. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Independence High School and Manhattan Bridges High School rank in New York?
Independence High School is 916th of 1,079 and Manhattan Bridges High School is 595th of 1,079 among high schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).