Heritage Elementary vs Independence High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Tennessee, United States, 4.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Heritage Elementary
Thompson Station · Public elementary · Grades K–5
585 students
Independence High School
Thompson's Station · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,091 students
| Measure | Heritage Elementary Thompson Station, Tennessee | Independence High School Thompson's Station, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #119 of 913 | #15 of 321 |
| National rank | #15043 of 50,301 | #4835 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 585 | 2,091 |
| Enrollment | 585 | 2,091 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 69% |
| Math proficiency | 64% | 43% |
| city | Thompson Station | Thompson's Station |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (64.6 vs 63.8).
- •Heritage Elementary does better on math proficiency (64% vs 43%).
- •Independence High School does better on reading proficiency (69% vs 51%).
- •Independence High School is the larger school with 2,091 students compared with 585.
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 Heritage Elementary better than Independence High School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Heritage Elementary and Independence High School?
About 4.7 km in a straight line, between Thompson Station and Thompson's Station in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Heritage Elementary: 585. Independence High School: 2,091. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Heritage Elementary and Independence High School rank in Tennessee?
Heritage Elementary is 119th of 913 and Independence High School is 15th of 321 among elementary schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).