Independence High School vs Rocky River High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in North Carolina, United States, 4.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Independence High School
Charlotte · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,024 students
Rocky River High School
Mint Hill · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,562 students
| Measure | Independence High School Charlotte, North Carolina | Rocky River High School Mint Hill, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #330 of 528 | #456 of 528 |
| National rank | #12411 of 16,910 | #15068 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,024 | 1,562 |
| Enrollment | 2,024 | 1,562 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.9% | 99.8% |
| Students per teacher | 17.6 | 17.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 34% |
| Math proficiency | 48% | 28% |
| city | Charlotte | Mint Hill |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Independence High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.1 vs 21.3).
- •Independence High School does better on math proficiency (48% vs 28%).
- •Independence High School does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 34%).
- •Rocky River High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.8% vs 99.9%).
- •Independence High School is the larger school with 2,024 students compared with 1,562.
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 Rocky River High School?
On the Success Index (US), Independence High School ranks higher (34.1 vs 21.3 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 Rocky River High School?
About 4.7 km in a straight line, between Charlotte and Mint Hill in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Independence High School: 2,024. Rocky River High School: 1,562. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Independence High School and Rocky River High School rank in North Carolina?
Independence High School is 330th of 528 and Rocky River High School is 456th of 528 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).