Jefferson Elementary vs Washington Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.3 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
Washington Elementary
Santa Ana · Public elementary · Grades K–5
529 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elementary Santa Ana, California | Washington Elementary Santa Ana, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 8 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4635 of 5,693 | #5604 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #46173 of 50,301 | #49873 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 616 | 529 |
| Enrollment | 616 | 529 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.6% | 95.7% |
| Students per teacher | 20.5 | 22.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 21% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 17% |
| city | Santa Ana | Santa Ana |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (17.8 vs 8.1).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on math proficiency (30% vs 17%).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on reading proficiency (26% vs 21%).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.6% vs 95.7%).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.5 vs 22.0).
- •Jefferson Elementary is the larger school with 616 students compared with 529.
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 (17.8 vs 8.1 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 1.3 km in a straight line, between Santa Ana and Santa Ana in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elementary: 616. Washington Elementary: 529. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elementary and Washington Elementary rank in California?
Jefferson Elementary is 4635th of 5,693 and Washington Elementary is 5604th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).