Jefferson Elementary vs Washington Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Elementary
Bakersfield · Public elementary · Grades K–6
510 students
Washington Middle
Bakersfield · Public middle · Grades 6–8
639 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elementary Bakersfield, California | Washington Middle Bakersfield, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 10 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5105 of 5,693 | #1272 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #48135 of 50,301 | #15132 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 510 | 639 |
| Enrollment | 510 | 639 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.3% | 91.1% |
| Students per teacher | 20.4 | 22.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 33% | 26% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 12% |
| city | Bakersfield | Bakersfield |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (13.9 vs 9.6).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on math proficiency (21% vs 12%).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on reading proficiency (33% vs 26%).
- •Washington Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.1% vs 97.3%).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.4 vs 22.0).
- •Washington Middle is the larger school with 639 students compared with 510.
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 Jefferson Elementary better than Washington Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Elementary ranks higher (13.9 vs 9.6 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 Jefferson Elementary and Washington Middle?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Bakersfield and Bakersfield in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elementary: 510. Washington Middle: 639. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elementary and Washington Middle rank in California?
Jefferson Elementary is 5105th of 5,693 and Washington Middle is 1272nd of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).