Jefferson Elementary vs Saddleback High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Elementary
Santa Ana · Public elementary · Grades K–5
616 students
Saddleback High
Santa Ana · Public high · Grades 7–12
1,451 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elementary Santa Ana, California | Saddleback High Santa Ana, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4635 of 5,693 | #1186 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #46173 of 50,301 | #15709 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 616 | 1,451 |
| Enrollment | 616 | 1,451 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.6% | 94% |
| Students per teacher | 20.5 | 18.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 22% |
| city | Santa Ana | Santa Ana |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (17.8 vs 17.4).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on math proficiency (30% vs 22%).
- •Saddleback High does better on reading proficiency (31% vs 26%).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.6% vs 94%).
- •Saddleback High does better on students per teacher (18.6 vs 20.5).
- •Saddleback High is the larger school with 1,451 students compared with 616.
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 Saddleback High?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Jefferson Elementary and Saddleback High?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Santa Ana and Santa Ana in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elementary: 616. Saddleback High: 1,451. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elementary and Saddleback High rank in California?
Jefferson Elementary is 4635th of 5,693 and Saddleback High is 1186th of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).