Jefferson Elementary vs Washington 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.
Jefferson Elementary
Redondo Beach · Public elementary · Grades K–5
555 students
Washington Elementary
Redondo Beach · Public elementary · Grades K–5
776 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elementary Redondo Beach, California | Washington Elementary Redondo Beach, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 81 Top 10% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #224 of 5,693 | #572 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #4419 of 50,301 | #8225 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 555 | 776 |
| Enrollment | 555 | 776 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 8.6% | 18% |
| Students per teacher | 25.2 | 25.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 81% | 71% |
| Math proficiency | 80% | 73% |
| city | Redondo Beach | Redondo Beach |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.0 vs 74.6).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on math proficiency (80% vs 73%).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on reading proficiency (81% vs 71%).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (8.6% vs 18%).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on students per teacher (25.2 vs 25.9).
- •Washington Elementary is the larger school with 776 students compared with 555.
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 Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Elementary ranks higher (81.0 vs 74.6 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 Elementary?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Redondo Beach and Redondo Beach in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elementary: 555. Washington Elementary: 776. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elementary and Washington Elementary rank in California?
Jefferson Elementary is 224th of 5,693 and Washington Elementary is 572nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).