Gum Springs Elementary School vs Jefferson Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Georgia, United States, 9.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gum Springs Elementary School
Jefferson · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
939 students
Jefferson Academy
Jefferson · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
935 students
| Measure | Gum Springs Elementary School Jefferson, Georgia | Jefferson Academy Jefferson, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #217 of 1,308 | #142 of 1,308 |
| National rank | #11793 of 50,301 | #7201 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 939 | 935 |
| Enrollment | 939 | 935 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 31.9% | 31% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | 65% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 74% |
| city | Jefferson | Jefferson |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.2 vs 69.3).
- •Jefferson Academy does better on math proficiency (74% vs 57%).
- •Jefferson Academy does better on reading proficiency (65% vs 58%).
- •Jefferson Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31% vs 31.9%).
- •Gum Springs Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 15.3).
- •Gum Springs Elementary School is the larger school with 939 students compared with 935.
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 Gum Springs Elementary School better than Jefferson Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Academy ranks higher (76.2 vs 69.3 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 Gum Springs Elementary School and Jefferson Academy?
About 9.8 km in a straight line, between Jefferson and Jefferson in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gum Springs Elementary School: 939. Jefferson Academy: 935. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gum Springs Elementary School and Jefferson Academy rank in Georgia?
Gum Springs Elementary School is 217th of 1,308 and Jefferson Academy is 142nd of 1,308 among elementary schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).