Jefferson Elementary vs Segerstrom High
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
Santa Ana · Public elementary · Grades K–5
616 students
Segerstrom High
Santa Ana · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,376 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elementary Santa Ana, California | Segerstrom High Santa Ana, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4635 of 5,693 | #856 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #46173 of 50,301 | #13431 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 616 | 2,376 |
| Enrollment | 616 | 2,376 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.6% | 80.6% |
| Students per teacher | 20.5 | 24.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 50% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 30% |
| city | Santa Ana | Santa Ana |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Segerstrom High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.6 vs 17.8).
- •Segerstrom High does better on reading proficiency (50% vs 26%).
- •Segerstrom High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (80.6% vs 83.6%).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.5 vs 24.0).
- •Segerstrom High is the larger school with 2,376 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 Segerstrom High?
On the Success Index (US), Segerstrom High ranks higher (29.6 vs 17.8 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 Segerstrom High?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Santa Ana and Santa Ana in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elementary: 616. Segerstrom High: 2,376. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elementary and Segerstrom High rank in California?
Jefferson Elementary is 4635th of 5,693 and Segerstrom High is 856th of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).