Jefferson Elementary vs Tarpey Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Elementary
Clovis · Public elementary · Grades K–6
556 students
Tarpey Elementary
Clovis · Public elementary · Grades K–6
643 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elementary Clovis, California | Tarpey Elementary Clovis, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1901 of 5,693 | #2843 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #25166 of 50,301 | #34716 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 556 | 643 |
| Enrollment | 556 | 643 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 66.7% | 77.1% |
| Students per teacher | 19.9 | 21.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 50% |
| Math proficiency | 48% | 40% |
| city | Clovis | Clovis |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (50.0 vs 35.9).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on math proficiency (48% vs 40%).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 50%).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (66.7% vs 77.1%).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.9 vs 21.4).
- •Tarpey Elementary is the larger school with 643 students compared with 556.
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 Tarpey Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Elementary ranks higher (50.0 vs 35.9 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 Jefferson Elementary and Tarpey Elementary?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Clovis and Clovis in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elementary: 556. Tarpey Elementary: 643. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elementary and Tarpey Elementary rank in California?
Jefferson Elementary is 1901st of 5,693 and Tarpey Elementary is 2843rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).