Jefferson High vs Thomas R. Pollicita Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 941 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson High
Daly City · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,072 students
Thomas R. Pollicita Middle
Daly City · Public middle · Grades 6–8
558 students
| Measure | Jefferson High Daly City, California | Thomas R. Pollicita Middle Daly City, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #588 of 1,343 | #578 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #11025 of 16,910 | #10010 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,072 | 558 |
| Enrollment | 1,072 | 558 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.1% | 46.2% |
| Students per teacher | 19.9 | 20.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 31% |
| city | Daly City | Daly City |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (39.7 vs 39.2).
- •Thomas R. Pollicita Middle does better on math proficiency (31% vs 24%).
- •Jefferson High does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 46%).
- •Jefferson High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.1% vs 46.2%).
- •Jefferson High does better on students per teacher (19.9 vs 20.7).
- •Jefferson High is the larger school with 1,072 students compared with 558.
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 High better than Thomas R. Pollicita Middle?
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 High and Thomas R. Pollicita Middle?
About 941 m in a straight line, between Daly City and Daly City in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson High: 1,072. Thomas R. Pollicita Middle: 558. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson High and Thomas R. Pollicita Middle rank in California?
Jefferson High is 588th of 1,343 and Thomas R. Pollicita Middle is 578th of 1,334 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).