Independence High School vs Shady Spring High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in West Virginia, United States, 12 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Independence High School
Sophia · Public high · Grades 9–12
597 students
Shady Spring High
Shady Spring · Public high · Grades 9–12
754 students
| Measure | Independence High School Sophia, West Virginia | Shady Spring High Shady Spring, West Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #97 of 110 | #32 of 110 |
| National rank | #14912 of 16,910 | #11726 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 597 | 754 |
| Enrollment | 597 | 754 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 16.6 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 27% |
| city | Sophia | Shady Spring |
| state | West Virginia | West Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Shady Spring High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.0 vs 22.2).
- •Shady Spring High does better on math proficiency (27% vs 17%).
- •Shady Spring High does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 16.6).
- •Shady Spring High is the larger school with 754 students compared with 597.
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 Shady Spring High?
On the Success Index (US), Shady Spring High ranks higher (37.0 vs 22.2 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 Independence High School and Shady Spring High?
About 12 km in a straight line, between Sophia and Shady Spring in West Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Independence High School: 597. Shady Spring High: 754. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Independence High School and Shady Spring High rank in West Virginia?
Independence High School is 97th of 110 and Shady Spring High is 32nd of 110 among high schools in West Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).