Hamilton Elementary vs Jefferson Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hamilton Elementary
Hanford · Public elementary · Grades K–6
418 students
Jefferson Academy
Hanford · Public elementary · Grades K–8
501 students
| Measure | Hamilton Elementary Hanford, California | Jefferson Academy Hanford, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #3983 of 5,693 | #1102 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #42751 of 50,301 | #14726 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 418 | 501 |
| Enrollment | 418 | 501 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 86.8% | 47.9% |
| Students per teacher | 23.2 | 27.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 65% |
| city | Hanford | Hanford |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.1 vs 23.3).
- •Jefferson Academy does better on math proficiency (65% vs 31%).
- •Jefferson Academy does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 41%).
- •Jefferson Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.9% vs 86.8%).
- •Hamilton Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.2 vs 27.8).
- •Jefferson Academy is the larger school with 501 students compared with 418.
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 Hamilton Elementary better than Jefferson Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Academy ranks higher (65.1 vs 23.3 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 Hamilton Elementary and Jefferson Academy?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Hanford and Hanford in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hamilton Elementary: 418. Jefferson Academy: 501. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hamilton Elementary and Jefferson Academy rank in California?
Hamilton Elementary is 3983rd of 5,693 and Jefferson Academy is 1102nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).