Jackson Elementary vs Washington Academic Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jackson Elementary
Sanger · Public elementary · Grades K–6
374 students
Washington Academic Middle
Sanger · Public middle · Grades 7–8
1,539 students
| Measure | Jackson Elementary Sanger, California | Washington Academic Middle Sanger, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4148 of 5,693 | #728 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #43649 of 50,301 | #11954 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 374 | 1,539 |
| Enrollment | 374 | 1,539 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.6% | 76% |
| Students per teacher | 23.4 | 23.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 36% |
| city | Sanger | Sanger |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Washington Academic Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.9 vs 21.9).
- •Washington Academic Middle does better on math proficiency (36% vs 32%).
- •Washington Academic Middle does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 34%).
- •Washington Academic Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76% vs 81.6%).
- •Jackson Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.4 vs 23.7).
- •Washington Academic Middle is the larger school with 1,539 students compared with 374.
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 Washington Academic Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Washington Academic Middle ranks higher (29.9 vs 21.9 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 Washington Academic Middle?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Sanger and Sanger in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jackson Elementary: 374. Washington Academic Middle: 1,539. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jackson Elementary and Washington Academic Middle rank in California?
Jackson Elementary is 4148th of 5,693 and Washington Academic Middle is 728th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).