Hanford Online Charter vs Jefferson Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 979 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hanford Online Charter
Hanford · Charter high · Grades 9–12
137 students
Jefferson Academy
Hanford · Public elementary · Grades K–8
501 students
| Measure | Hanford Online Charter Hanford, California | Jefferson Academy Hanford, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #933 of 1,343 | #1102 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #14052 of 16,910 | #14726 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 137 | 501 |
| Enrollment | 137 | 501 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 86.1% | 47.9% |
| Students per teacher | 17.1 | 27.8 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 72% |
| Math proficiency | – | 65% |
| city | Hanford | Hanford |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.1 vs 26.6).
- •Jefferson Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.9% vs 86.1%).
- •Hanford Online Charter does better on students per teacher (17.1 vs 27.8).
- •Jefferson Academy is the larger school with 501 students compared with 137.
- •Hanford Online Charter 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 Hanford Online Charter better than Jefferson Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Academy ranks higher (65.1 vs 26.6 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 Hanford Online Charter and Jefferson Academy?
About 979 m in a straight line, between Hanford and Hanford in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hanford Online Charter: 137. Jefferson Academy: 501. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hanford Online Charter and Jefferson Academy rank in California?
Hanford Online Charter is 933rd of 1,343 and Jefferson Academy is 1102nd of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).