Jefferson Academy Secondary vs Ryan Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Colorado, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Academy Secondary
Broomfield · Charter high · Grades 7–12
696 students
Ryan Elementary School
Westminster · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
511 students
| Measure | Jefferson Academy Secondary Broomfield, Colorado | Ryan Elementary School Westminster, Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 81 Top 10% | 67 Top 50% |
| State rank | #7 of 307 | #181 of 993 |
| National rank | #1073 of 16,910 | #13603 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 696 | 511 |
| Enrollment | 696 | 511 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 13.2% | 29.9% |
| Students per teacher | 18.3 | 16.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 87% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 57% |
| city | Broomfield | Westminster |
| state | Colorado | Colorado |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Academy Secondary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.3 vs 66.8).
- •Jefferson Academy Secondary does better on math proficiency (72% vs 57%).
- •Jefferson Academy Secondary does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 62%).
- •Jefferson Academy Secondary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (13.2% vs 29.9%).
- •Ryan Elementary School does better on students per teacher (16.5 vs 18.3).
- •Jefferson Academy Secondary is the larger school with 696 students compared with 511.
- •Jefferson Academy Secondary is a charter school while Ryan Elementary 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 Secondary better than Ryan Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Academy Secondary ranks higher (81.3 vs 66.8 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 Academy Secondary and Ryan Elementary School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Broomfield and Westminster in Colorado.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Academy Secondary: 696. Ryan Elementary School: 511. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Academy Secondary and Ryan Elementary School rank in Colorado?
Jefferson Academy Secondary is 7th of 307 and Ryan Elementary School is 181st of 993 among high schools in Colorado on the 2025 Success Index (US).