Jefferson Elementary vs Monroe 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
Riverside · Public elementary · Grades K–6
886 students
Monroe Elementary
Riverside · Public elementary · Grades K–6
596 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elementary Riverside, California | Monroe Elementary Riverside, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4112 of 5,693 | #4764 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #43392 of 50,301 | #46769 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 886 | 596 |
| Enrollment | 886 | 596 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 86.5% | 88.9% |
| Students per teacher | 26.1 | 23.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 25% |
| city | Riverside | Riverside |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (22.3 vs 16.7).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on math proficiency (31% vs 25%).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on reading proficiency (40% vs 33%).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (86.5% vs 88.9%).
- •Monroe Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.8 vs 26.1).
- •Jefferson Elementary is the larger school with 886 students compared with 596.
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 Monroe Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Elementary ranks higher (22.3 vs 16.7 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 Monroe Elementary?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Riverside and Riverside in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elementary: 886. Monroe Elementary: 596. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elementary and Monroe Elementary rank in California?
Jefferson Elementary is 4112th of 5,693 and Monroe Elementary is 4764th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).