John L. Prueitt Elementary vs Thomas Jefferson Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John L. Prueitt Elementary
Wasco · Public elementary · Grades K–5
621 students
Thomas Jefferson Middle
Wasco · Public middle · Grades 6–8
591 students
| Measure | John L. Prueitt Elementary Wasco, California | Thomas Jefferson Middle Wasco, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3883 of 5,693 | #1185 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #42238 of 50,301 | #14788 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 621 | 591 |
| Enrollment | 621 | 591 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89% | 90.9% |
| Students per teacher | 22.2 | 21.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 16% |
| city | Wasco | Wasco |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John L. Prueitt Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (24.1 vs 13.3).
- •John L. Prueitt Elementary does better on math proficiency (29% vs 16%).
- •John L. Prueitt Elementary does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 32%).
- •John L. Prueitt Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89% vs 90.9%).
- •Thomas Jefferson Middle does better on students per teacher (21.9 vs 22.2).
- •John L. Prueitt Elementary is the larger school with 621 students compared with 591.
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 John L. Prueitt Elementary better than Thomas Jefferson Middle?
On the Success Index (US), John L. Prueitt Elementary ranks higher (24.1 vs 13.3 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 John L. Prueitt Elementary and Thomas Jefferson Middle?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Wasco and Wasco in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John L. Prueitt Elementary: 621. Thomas Jefferson Middle: 591. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John L. Prueitt Elementary and Thomas Jefferson Middle rank in California?
John L. Prueitt Elementary is 3883rd of 5,693 and Thomas Jefferson Middle is 1185th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).