Jefferson Academy vs Jefferson High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Georgia, United States, 468 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Academy
Jefferson · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
935 students
Jefferson High School
Jefferson · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,339 students
| Measure | Jefferson Academy Jefferson, Georgia | Jefferson High School Jefferson, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 76 Top 25% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #142 of 1,308 | #25 of 431 |
| National rank | #7201 of 50,301 | #1887 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 935 | 1,339 |
| Enrollment | 935 | 1,339 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 31% | 25.8% |
| Students per teacher | 15.3 | 16.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 65% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 74% | 69% |
| city | Jefferson | Jefferson |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (76.2 vs 76.3).
- •Jefferson Academy does better on math proficiency (74% vs 69%).
- •Jefferson High School does better on reading proficiency (76% vs 65%).
- •Jefferson High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (25.8% vs 31%).
- •Jefferson Academy does better on students per teacher (15.3 vs 16.7).
- •Jefferson High School is the larger school with 1,339 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 Jefferson Academy better than Jefferson High School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Jefferson Academy and Jefferson High School?
About 468 m in a straight line, between Jefferson and Jefferson in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Academy: 935. Jefferson High School: 1,339. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Academy and Jefferson High School rank in Georgia?
Jefferson Academy is 142nd of 1,308 and Jefferson High School is 25th of 431 among elementary schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).