Madera Elementary vs Thomas Jefferson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 587 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Madera Elementary
El Cerrito · Public elementary · Grades K–6
457 students
Thomas Jefferson Elementary
Bellflower · Public elementary · Grades K–6
457 students
| Measure | Madera Elementary El Cerrito, California | Thomas Jefferson Elementary Bellflower, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 76 Top 25% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #478 of 5,693 | #3695 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #7138 of 50,301 | #41107 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 457 | 457 |
| Enrollment | 457 | 457 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 12.9% | 87.3% |
| Students per teacher | 24.1 | 25.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 76% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 69% | 30% |
| city | El Cerrito | Bellflower |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Madera Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.3 vs 26.0).
- •Madera Elementary does better on math proficiency (69% vs 30%).
- •Madera Elementary does better on reading proficiency (76% vs 47%).
- •Madera Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (12.9% vs 87.3%).
- •Madera Elementary does better on students per teacher (24.1 vs 25.4).
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 Madera Elementary better than Thomas Jefferson Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Madera Elementary ranks higher (76.3 vs 26.0 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 Madera Elementary and Thomas Jefferson Elementary?
About 587 km in a straight line, between El Cerrito and Bellflower in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Madera Elementary: 457. Thomas Jefferson Elementary: 457. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Madera Elementary and Thomas Jefferson Elementary rank in California?
Madera Elementary is 478th of 5,693 and Thomas Jefferson Elementary is 3695th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).