Grayson County High vs Independence Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 926 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Grayson County High
Independence · Public high · Grades 9–12
461 students
Independence Elementary
Independence · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
287 students
| Measure | Grayson County High Independence, Virginia | Independence Elementary Independence, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #188 of 317 | #586 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #3497 of 16,910 | #10388 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 461 | 287 |
| Enrollment | 461 | 287 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92.4% | 93% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 13.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 87% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 85% | 92% |
| city | Independence | Independence |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Independence Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.3 vs 69.2).
- •Independence Elementary does better on math proficiency (92% vs 85%).
- •Grayson County High does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 77%).
- •Grayson County High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (92.4% vs 93%).
- •Grayson County High does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 13.0).
- •Grayson County High is the larger school with 461 students compared with 287.
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 Grayson County High better than Independence Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Independence Elementary ranks higher (71.3 vs 69.2 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 Grayson County High and Independence Elementary?
About 926 m in a straight line, between Independence and Independence in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Grayson County High: 461. Independence Elementary: 287. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Grayson County High and Independence Elementary rank in Virginia?
Grayson County High is 188th of 317 and Independence Elementary is 586th of 1,142 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).