Focus Learning Academy of Southeastern Columbus vs Independence High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Ohio, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Focus Learning Academy of Southeastern Columbus
Columbus · Charter high · Grades 9–12
242 students
Independence High School
Columbus · Public high · Grades 9–12
852 students
| Measure | Focus Learning Academy of Southeastern Columbus Columbus, Ohio | Independence High School Columbus, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 4 Lower 50% | 9 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #791 of 802 | #776 of 802 |
| National rank | #16860 of 16,910 | #16693 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 242 | 852 |
| Enrollment | 242 | 852 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 30.3 | 18.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 5% | 19% |
| Math proficiency | 5% | 6% |
| city | Columbus | Columbus |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Independence High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (8.7 vs 3.5).
- •Independence High School does better on math proficiency (6% vs 5%).
- •Independence High School does better on reading proficiency (19% vs 5%).
- •Independence High School does better on students per teacher (18.5 vs 30.3).
- •Independence High School is the larger school with 852 students compared with 242.
- •Focus Learning Academy of Southeastern Columbus is a charter school while Independence High School is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Focus Learning Academy of Southeastern Columbus better than Independence High School?
On the Success Index (US), Independence High School ranks higher (8.7 vs 3.5 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 Focus Learning Academy of Southeastern Columbus and Independence High School?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Columbus and Columbus in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Focus Learning Academy of Southeastern Columbus: 242. Independence High School: 852. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Focus Learning Academy of Southeastern Columbus and Independence High School rank in Ohio?
Focus Learning Academy of Southeastern Columbus is 791st of 802 and Independence High School is 776th of 802 among high schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).