Adams Middle vs Jefferson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Adams Middle
Redondo Beach · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,165 students
Jefferson Elementary
Redondo Beach · Public elementary · Grades K–5
555 students
| Measure | Adams Middle Redondo Beach, California | Jefferson Elementary Redondo Beach, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 76 Top 25% | 81 Top 10% |
| State rank | #124 of 1,334 | #224 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #2170 of 15,369 | #4419 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,165 | 555 |
| Enrollment | 1,165 | 555 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 17.9% | 8.6% |
| Students per teacher | 24.3 | 25.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 76% | 81% |
| Math proficiency | 65% | 80% |
| city | Redondo Beach | Redondo Beach |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.0 vs 76.0).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on math proficiency (80% vs 65%).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on reading proficiency (81% vs 76%).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (8.6% vs 17.9%).
- •Adams Middle does better on students per teacher (24.3 vs 25.2).
- •Adams Middle is the larger school with 1,165 students compared with 555.
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 Middle better than Jefferson Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Elementary ranks higher (81.0 vs 76.0 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 Adams Middle and Jefferson Elementary?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Redondo Beach and Redondo Beach in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Adams Middle: 1,165. Jefferson Elementary: 555. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Adams Middle and Jefferson Elementary rank in California?
Adams Middle is 124th of 1,334 and Jefferson Elementary is 224th of 5,693 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).