Jefferson Middle vs Palmquist Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 2.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Middle
Oceanside · Public middle · Grades 6–8
441 students
Palmquist Elementary
Oceanside · Public elementary · Grades K–5
512 students
| Measure | Jefferson Middle Oceanside, California | Palmquist Elementary Oceanside, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1170 of 1,334 | #2225 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #14732 of 15,369 | #29014 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 441 | 512 |
| Enrollment | 441 | 512 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93% | 56.4% |
| Students per teacher | 19.2 | 26.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 42% |
| city | Oceanside | Oceanside |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Palmquist Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.4 vs 13.7).
- •Palmquist Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 18%).
- •Palmquist Elementary does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 29%).
- •Palmquist Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.4% vs 93%).
- •Jefferson Middle does better on students per teacher (19.2 vs 26.9).
- •Palmquist Elementary is the larger school with 512 students compared with 441.
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 Middle better than Palmquist Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Palmquist Elementary ranks higher (44.4 vs 13.7 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 Middle and Palmquist Elementary?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Oceanside and Oceanside in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Middle: 441. Palmquist Elementary: 512. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Middle and Palmquist Elementary rank in California?
Jefferson Middle is 1170th of 1,334 and Palmquist Elementary is 2225th of 5,693 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).