Jefferson Elementary School vs Washington Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Idaho, United States, 2.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Elementary School
Pocatello · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
359 students
Washington Elementary School
Pocatello · Public elementary · Grades K–5
242 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elementary School Pocatello, Idaho | Washington Elementary School Pocatello, Idaho |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #292 of 352 | #227 of 352 |
| National rank | #36192 of 50,301 | #28708 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 359 | 242 |
| Enrollment | 359 | 242 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.5% | 66.9% |
| Students per teacher | 18.0 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 42% |
| city | Pocatello | Pocatello |
| state | Idaho | Idaho |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Washington Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.9 vs 33.6).
- •Washington Elementary School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 40%).
- •Washington Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 38%).
- •Washington Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (66.9% vs 68.5%).
- •Washington Elementary School does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 18.0).
- •Jefferson Elementary School is the larger school with 359 students compared with 242.
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 Elementary School better than Washington Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Washington Elementary School ranks higher (44.9 vs 33.6 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 Elementary School and Washington Elementary School?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Pocatello and Pocatello in Idaho.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elementary School: 359. Washington Elementary School: 242. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elementary School and Washington Elementary School rank in Idaho?
Jefferson Elementary School is 292nd of 352 and Washington Elementary School is 227th of 352 among elementary schools in Idaho on the 2025 Success Index (US).