Jackson Elementary vs Jefferson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jackson Elementary
Fresno · Public elementary · Grades K–6
319 students
Jefferson Elementary
Fresno · Public elementary · Grades K–6
383 students
| Measure | Jackson Elementary Fresno, California | Jefferson Elementary Fresno, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3793 of 5,693 | #2735 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #41644 of 50,301 | #33590 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 319 | 383 |
| Enrollment | 319 | 383 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.6% | 94.8% |
| Students per teacher | 19.9 | 17.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 49% |
| city | Fresno | Fresno |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.6 vs 25.1).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on math proficiency (49% vs 35%).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 40%).
- •Jackson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90.6% vs 94.8%).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.4 vs 19.9).
- •Jefferson Elementary is the larger school with 383 students compared with 319.
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 Jackson Elementary better than Jefferson Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Elementary ranks higher (37.6 vs 25.1 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 Jackson Elementary and Jefferson Elementary?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Fresno and Fresno in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jackson Elementary: 319. Jefferson Elementary: 383. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jackson Elementary and Jefferson Elementary rank in California?
Jackson Elementary is 3793rd of 5,693 and Jefferson Elementary is 2735th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).