Independence High vs John Edwards High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Wisconsin, United States, 124 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Independence High
Independence · Public high · Grades 9–12
142 students
John Edwards High
Port Edwards · Public high · Grades 9–12
144 students
| Measure | Independence High Independence, Wisconsin | John Edwards High Port Edwards, Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #389 of 446 | #303 of 446 |
| National rank | #13845 of 16,910 | #11554 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 142 | 144 |
| Enrollment | 142 | 144 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 50% | 48.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 12.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 30% |
| Math proficiency | 10% | 30% |
| city | Independence | Port Edwards |
| state | Wisconsin | Wisconsin |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John Edwards High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.6 vs 27.6).
- •John Edwards High does better on math proficiency (30% vs 10%).
- •John Edwards High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.6% vs 50%).
- •John Edwards High does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 14.2).
- •John Edwards High is the larger school with 144 students compared with 142.
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 better than John Edwards High?
On the Success Index (US), John Edwards High ranks higher (37.6 vs 27.6 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 Independence High and John Edwards High?
About 124 km in a straight line, between Independence and Port Edwards in Wisconsin.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Independence High: 142. John Edwards High: 144. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Independence High and John Edwards High rank in Wisconsin?
Independence High is 389th of 446 and John Edwards High is 303rd of 446 among high schools in Wisconsin on the 2025 Success Index (US).