Jefferson vs Vine Hill Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 483 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson
Hawthorne · Public elementary · Grades K–5
549 students
Vine Hill Elementary
Scotts Valley · Public elementary · Grades K–5
549 students
| Measure | Jefferson Hawthorne, California | Vine Hill Elementary Scotts Valley, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #2478 of 5,693 | #761 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #31458 of 50,301 | #10490 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 549 | 549 |
| Enrollment | 549 | 549 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.3% | 11.3% |
| Students per teacher | 28.9 | 25.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 69% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 62% |
| city | Hawthorne | Scotts Valley |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Vine Hill Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.2 vs 40.7).
- •Vine Hill Elementary does better on math proficiency (62% vs 51%).
- •Vine Hill Elementary does better on reading proficiency (69% vs 57%).
- •Vine Hill Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (11.3% vs 89.3%).
- •Vine Hill Elementary does better on students per teacher (25.0 vs 28.9).
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 Vine Hill Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Vine Hill Elementary ranks higher (71.2 vs 40.7 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 and Vine Hill Elementary?
About 483 km in a straight line, between Hawthorne and Scotts Valley in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson: 549. Vine Hill Elementary: 549. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson and Vine Hill Elementary rank in California?
Jefferson is 2478th of 5,693 and Vine Hill Elementary is 761st of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).