Jefferson vs Leroy Greene Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson
Sacramento · Public elementary · Grades K–8
735 students
Leroy Greene Academy
Sacramento · Charter high · Grades 6–12
755 students
| Measure | Jefferson Sacramento, California | Leroy Greene Academy Sacramento, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4515 of 5,693 | #807 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #45595 of 50,301 | #13117 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 735 | 755 |
| Enrollment | 735 | 755 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.6% | 63% |
| Students per teacher | 25.3 | 19.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 24% |
| city | Sacramento | Sacramento |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Leroy Greene Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.0 vs 18.8).
- •Jefferson does better on math proficiency (28% vs 24%).
- •Leroy Greene Academy does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 30%).
- •Leroy Greene Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63% vs 78.6%).
- •Leroy Greene Academy does better on students per teacher (19.4 vs 25.3).
- •Leroy Greene Academy is the larger school with 755 students compared with 735.
- •Jefferson is a public school while Leroy Greene Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Leroy Greene Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Leroy Greene Academy ranks higher (31.0 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 Leroy Greene Academy?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Sacramento and Sacramento in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson: 735. Leroy Greene Academy: 755. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson and Leroy Greene Academy rank in California?
Jefferson is 4515th of 5,693 and Leroy Greene Academy is 807th of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).