Alpha Elementary vs Jefferson
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 226 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alpha Elementary
Madera · Public elementary · Grades K–6
735 students
Jefferson
Sacramento · Public elementary · Grades K–8
735 students
| Measure | Alpha Elementary Madera, California | Jefferson Sacramento, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5113 of 5,693 | #4515 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #48163 of 50,301 | #45595 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 735 | 735 |
| Enrollment | 735 | 735 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92.1% | 78.6% |
| Students per teacher | 21.0 | 25.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 30% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 28% |
| city | Madera | Sacramento |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson scores higher on the Success Index (US) (18.8 vs 13.8).
- •Jefferson does better on math proficiency (28% vs 21%).
- •Alpha Elementary does better on reading proficiency (31% vs 30%).
- •Jefferson does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (78.6% vs 92.1%).
- •Alpha Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.0 vs 25.3).
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 Alpha Elementary better than Jefferson?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson ranks higher (18.8 vs 13.8 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 Alpha Elementary and Jefferson?
About 226 km in a straight line, between Madera and Sacramento in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alpha Elementary: 735. Jefferson: 735. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alpha Elementary and Jefferson rank in California?
Alpha Elementary is 5113th of 5,693 and Jefferson is 4515th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).