Eliot-Hine MS vs Jefferson MS Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in District of Columbia, United States, 4.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Eliot-Hine MS
Washington · Public middle · Grades 6–8
432 students
Jefferson MS Academy
Washington · Public middle · Grades 6–8
409 students
| Measure | Eliot-Hine MS Washington, District of Columbia | Jefferson MS Academy Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #38 of 42 | #22 of 42 |
| National rank | #13896 of 15,369 | #11573 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 432 | 409 |
| Enrollment | 432 | 409 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 12.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 23% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 14% | 21% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson MS Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.7 vs 19.3).
- •Jefferson MS Academy does better on math proficiency (21% vs 14%).
- •Jefferson MS Academy does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 23%).
- •Jefferson MS Academy does better on students per teacher (12.4 vs 13.1).
- •Eliot-Hine MS is the larger school with 432 students compared with 409.
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 Eliot-Hine MS better than Jefferson MS Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson MS Academy ranks higher (31.7 vs 19.3 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 Eliot-Hine MS and Jefferson MS Academy?
About 4.1 km in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Eliot-Hine MS: 432. Jefferson MS Academy: 409. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Eliot-Hine MS and Jefferson MS Academy rank in District of Columbia?
Eliot-Hine MS is 38th of 42 and Jefferson MS Academy is 22nd of 42 among middle schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).