Arcadia Middle vs Independence Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Wisconsin, United States, 15 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arcadia Middle
Arcadia · Public middle · Grades 5–8
359 students
Independence Middle
Independence · Public middle · Grades 6–8
101 students
| Measure | Arcadia Middle Arcadia, Wisconsin | Independence Middle Independence, Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #345 of 359 | #321 of 359 |
| National rank | #13025 of 15,369 | #11534 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 359 | 101 |
| Enrollment | 359 | 101 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.3% | 60.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 27% |
| city | Arcadia | Independence |
| state | Wisconsin | Wisconsin |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Independence Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.9 vs 24.0).
- •Independence Middle does better on math proficiency (27% vs 21%).
- •Independence Middle does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 30%).
- •Independence Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.4% vs 76.3%).
- •Independence Middle does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 14.4).
- •Arcadia Middle is the larger school with 359 students compared with 101.
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 Arcadia Middle better than Independence Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Independence Middle ranks higher (31.9 vs 24.0 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 Arcadia Middle and Independence Middle?
About 15 km in a straight line, between Arcadia and Independence in Wisconsin.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arcadia Middle: 359. Independence Middle: 101. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arcadia Middle and Independence Middle rank in Wisconsin?
Arcadia Middle is 345th of 359 and Independence Middle is 321st of 359 among middle schools in Wisconsin on the 2025 Success Index (US).