Jefferson vs Prairie Vista Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 328 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson
Hawthorne · Public elementary · Grades K–5
549 students
Prairie Vista Middle
Hawthorne · Public middle · Grades 6–8
674 students
| Measure | Jefferson Hawthorne, California | Prairie Vista Middle Hawthorne, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2478 of 5,693 | #831 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #31458 of 50,301 | #12841 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 549 | 674 |
| Enrollment | 549 | 674 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.3% | 94.2% |
| Students per teacher | 28.9 | 25.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 29% |
| city | Hawthorne | Hawthorne |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson scores higher on the Success Index (US) (40.7 vs 25.1).
- •Jefferson does better on math proficiency (51% vs 29%).
- •Jefferson does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 47%).
- •Jefferson does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.3% vs 94.2%).
- •Prairie Vista Middle does better on students per teacher (25.9 vs 28.9).
- •Prairie Vista Middle is the larger school with 674 students compared with 549.
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 better than Prairie Vista Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson ranks higher (40.7 vs 25.1 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 and Prairie Vista Middle?
About 328 m in a straight line, between Hawthorne and Hawthorne in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson: 549. Prairie Vista Middle: 674. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson and Prairie Vista Middle rank in California?
Jefferson is 2478th of 5,693 and Prairie Vista Middle is 831st of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).