Frontier Elementary vs Jefferson Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 3.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Frontier Elementary
Hanford · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
619 students
Jefferson Academy
Hanford · Public elementary · Grades K–8
501 students
| Measure | Frontier Elementary Hanford, California | Jefferson Academy Hanford, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 64 Top 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1153 of 5,693 | #1102 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #15318 of 50,301 | #14726 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 619 | 501 |
| Enrollment | 619 | 501 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.2% | 47.9% |
| Students per teacher | 25.8 | 27.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 65% |
| city | Hanford | Hanford |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (64.2 vs 65.1).
- •Jefferson Academy does better on math proficiency (65% vs 62%).
- •Frontier Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.2% vs 47.9%).
- •Frontier Elementary does better on students per teacher (25.8 vs 27.8).
- •Frontier Elementary is the larger school with 619 students compared with 501.
- •Frontier Elementary is a charter school while Jefferson Academy is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Frontier Elementary better than Jefferson Academy?
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 Frontier Elementary and Jefferson Academy?
About 3.2 km in a straight line, between Hanford and Hanford in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Frontier Elementary: 619. Jefferson Academy: 501. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Frontier Elementary and Jefferson Academy rank in California?
Frontier Elementary is 1153rd of 5,693 and Jefferson Academy is 1102nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).