Balboa Elementary vs Thomas 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.
Balboa Elementary
Glendale · Public elementary · Grades K–6
799 students
Thomas Jefferson Elementary
Glendale · Public elementary · Grades K–6
815 students
| Measure | Balboa Elementary Glendale, California | Thomas Jefferson Elementary Glendale, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Lower 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1931 of 5,693 | #1870 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #25415 of 50,301 | #24854 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 799 | 815 |
| Enrollment | 799 | 815 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.2% | 62.7% |
| Students per teacher | 25.0 | 24.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 53% | 55% |
| city | Glendale | Glendale |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (49.6 vs 50.5).
- •Thomas Jefferson Elementary does better on math proficiency (55% vs 53%).
- •Thomas Jefferson Elementary does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 56%).
- •Balboa Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.2% vs 62.7%).
- •Thomas Jefferson Elementary does better on students per teacher (24.7 vs 25.0).
- •Thomas Jefferson Elementary is the larger school with 815 students compared with 799.
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 Balboa Elementary better than Thomas Jefferson Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Balboa Elementary and Thomas Jefferson Elementary?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Glendale and Glendale in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Balboa Elementary: 799. Thomas Jefferson Elementary: 815. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Balboa Elementary and Thomas Jefferson Elementary rank in California?
Balboa Elementary is 1931st of 5,693 and Thomas Jefferson Elementary is 1870th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).