Jefferson Academy Elementary vs Mandalay Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Colorado, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Academy Elementary
Broomfield · Charter elementary · Grades PK–6
737 students
Mandalay Middle School
Westminster · Public middle · Grades 6–8
443 students
| Measure | Jefferson Academy Elementary Broomfield, Colorado | Mandalay Middle School Westminster, Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #281 of 993 | #98 of 262 |
| National rank | #18716 of 50,301 | #7217 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 737 | 443 |
| Enrollment | 737 | 443 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 17.6% | 39.3% |
| Students per teacher | 16.0 | 17.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | 50% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 40% |
| city | Broomfield | Westminster |
| state | Colorado | Colorado |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Academy Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.2 vs 51.9).
- •Jefferson Academy Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 40%).
- •Jefferson Academy Elementary does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 50%).
- •Jefferson Academy Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (17.6% vs 39.3%).
- •Jefferson Academy Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.0 vs 17.0).
- •Jefferson Academy Elementary is the larger school with 737 students compared with 443.
- •Jefferson Academy Elementary is a charter school while Mandalay Middle School is a public 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 Academy Elementary better than Mandalay Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Academy Elementary ranks higher (59.2 vs 51.9 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 Academy Elementary and Mandalay Middle School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Broomfield and Westminster in Colorado.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Academy Elementary: 737. Mandalay Middle School: 443. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Academy Elementary and Mandalay Middle School rank in Colorado?
Jefferson Academy Elementary is 281st of 993 and Mandalay Middle School is 98th of 262 among elementary schools in Colorado on the 2025 Success Index (US).