Crest Elementary vs Jefferson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 354 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Crest Elementary
El Cajon · Public elementary · Grades K–8
271 students
Jefferson Elementary
Taft · Public elementary · Grades K–3
271 students
| Measure | Crest Elementary El Cajon, California | Jefferson Elementary Taft, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2515 of 5,693 | #3312 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #31727 of 50,301 | #38407 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–3 |
| Students | 271 | 271 |
| Enrollment | 271 | 271 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.6% | 97% |
| Students per teacher | 22.6 | 22.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 54.5% | 44.5% |
| Math proficiency | 34.5% | 44.5% |
| city | El Cajon | Taft |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Crest Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (40.3 vs 30.2).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on math proficiency (44.5% vs 34.5%).
- •Crest Elementary does better on reading proficiency (54.5% vs 44.5%).
- •Crest Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61.6% vs 97%).
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 Crest Elementary better than Jefferson Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Crest Elementary ranks higher (40.3 vs 30.2 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 Crest Elementary and Jefferson Elementary?
About 354 km in a straight line, between El Cajon and Taft in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Crest Elementary: 271. Jefferson Elementary: 271. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Crest Elementary and Jefferson Elementary rank in California?
Crest Elementary is 2515th of 5,693 and Jefferson Elementary is 3312th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).