Adams Elementary vs Jefferson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Adams Elementary
Riverside · Public elementary · Grades K–6
487 students
Jefferson Elementary
Riverside · Public elementary · Grades K–6
886 students
| Measure | Adams Elementary Riverside, California | Jefferson Elementary Riverside, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4323 of 5,693 | #4112 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #44571 of 50,301 | #43392 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 487 | 886 |
| Enrollment | 487 | 886 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.4% | 86.5% |
| Students per teacher | 24.4 | 26.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 31% |
| city | Riverside | Riverside |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (22.3 vs 20.4).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on math proficiency (31% vs 27%).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on reading proficiency (40% vs 37%).
- •Adams Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (84.4% vs 86.5%).
- •Adams Elementary does better on students per teacher (24.4 vs 26.1).
- •Jefferson Elementary is the larger school with 886 students compared with 487.
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 Adams Elementary better than Jefferson Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Elementary ranks higher (22.3 vs 20.4 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 Adams Elementary and Jefferson Elementary?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Riverside and Riverside in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Adams Elementary: 487. Jefferson Elementary: 886. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Adams Elementary and Jefferson Elementary rank in California?
Adams Elementary is 4323rd of 5,693 and Jefferson Elementary is 4112th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).