Heir Force Community School vs Independence Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Ohio, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Heir Force Community School
Lima · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
204 students
Independence Elementary School
Lima · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
272 students
| Measure | Heir Force Community School Lima, Ohio | Independence Elementary School Lima, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1240 of 1,713 | #1102 of 1,713 |
| National rank | #26093 of 50,301 | #20677 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 204 | 272 |
| Enrollment | 204 | 272 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 34.0 | 18.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 62% |
| city | Lima | Lima |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Independence Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.4 vs 48.6).
- •Independence Elementary School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 52%).
- •Independence Elementary School does better on students per teacher (18.1 vs 34.0).
- •Independence Elementary School is the larger school with 272 students compared with 204.
- •Heir Force Community School is a charter school while Independence Elementary 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 Heir Force Community School better than Independence Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Independence Elementary School ranks higher (56.4 vs 48.6 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 Heir Force Community School and Independence Elementary School?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Lima and Lima in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Heir Force Community School: 204. Independence Elementary School: 272. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Heir Force Community School and Independence Elementary School rank in Ohio?
Heir Force Community School is 1240th of 1,713 and Independence Elementary School is 1102nd of 1,713 among elementary schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).