Jefferson vs Larry G. Meeks Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 844 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson
Sacramento · Public elementary · Grades K–8
735 students
Larry G. Meeks Academy
Sacramento · Public elementary · Grades K–8
169 students
| Measure | Jefferson Sacramento, California | Larry G. Meeks Academy Sacramento, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4515 of 5,693 | #2725 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #45595 of 50,301 | #33513 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 735 | 169 |
| Enrollment | 735 | 169 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.6% | 75.7% |
| Students per teacher | 25.3 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | – |
| Math proficiency | 28% | – |
| city | Sacramento | Sacramento |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Larry G. Meeks Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.7 vs 18.8).
- •Larry G. Meeks Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (75.7% vs 78.6%).
- •Larry G. Meeks Academy does better on students per teacher (15.4 vs 25.3).
- •Jefferson is the larger school with 735 students compared with 169.
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 Larry G. Meeks Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Larry G. Meeks Academy ranks higher (37.7 vs 18.8 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 Larry G. Meeks Academy?
About 844 m in a straight line, between Sacramento and Sacramento in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson: 735. Larry G. Meeks Academy: 169. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson and Larry G. Meeks Academy rank in California?
Jefferson is 4515th of 5,693 and Larry G. Meeks Academy is 2725th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).