Holly Springs High vs Independence High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in North Carolina, United States, 173 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Holly Springs High
Holly Springs · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,018 students
Independence High School
Charlotte · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,024 students
| Measure | Holly Springs High Holly Springs, North Carolina | Independence High School Charlotte, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #53 of 528 | #330 of 528 |
| National rank | #2782 of 16,910 | #12411 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,018 | 2,024 |
| Enrollment | 2,018 | 2,024 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 13.8% | 99.9% |
| Students per teacher | 19.8 | 17.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 70% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 48% |
| city | Holly Springs | Charlotte |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Holly Springs High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.1 vs 34.1).
- •Holly Springs High does better on math proficiency (62% vs 48%).
- •Holly Springs High does better on reading proficiency (70% vs 43%).
- •Holly Springs High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (13.8% vs 99.9%).
- •Independence High School does better on students per teacher (17.6 vs 19.8).
- •Independence High School is the larger school with 2,024 students compared with 2,018.
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 Holly Springs High better than Independence High School?
On the Success Index (US), Holly Springs High ranks higher (72.1 vs 34.1 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 Holly Springs High and Independence High School?
About 173 km in a straight line, between Holly Springs and Charlotte in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Holly Springs High: 2,018. Independence High School: 2,024. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Holly Springs High and Independence High School rank in North Carolina?
Holly Springs High is 53rd of 528 and Independence High School is 330th of 528 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).