Skyway Elementary vs Thomas Jefferson Charter
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Idaho, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Skyway Elementary
Caldwell · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
795 students
Thomas Jefferson Charter
Caldwell · Charter other · Grades K–12
364 students
| Measure | Skyway Elementary Caldwell, Idaho | Thomas Jefferson Charter Caldwell, Idaho |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #206 of 352 | – |
| National rank | #26698 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 795 | 364 |
| Enrollment | 795 | 364 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.1% | 36.5% |
| Students per teacher | 20.9 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | – |
| Math proficiency | 50% | – |
| city | Caldwell | Caldwell |
| state | Idaho | Idaho |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thomas Jefferson Charter does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36.5% vs 62.1%).
- •Thomas Jefferson Charter does better on students per teacher (15.8 vs 20.9).
- •Skyway Elementary is the larger school with 795 students compared with 364.
- •Skyway Elementary is a public school while Thomas Jefferson Charter is a charter 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 Skyway Elementary better than Thomas Jefferson Charter?
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 Skyway Elementary and Thomas Jefferson Charter?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Caldwell and Caldwell in Idaho.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Skyway Elementary: 795. Thomas Jefferson Charter: 364. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Skyway Elementary and Thomas Jefferson Charter rank in Idaho?
Skyway Elementary is 206th of 352 and Thomas Jefferson Charter is unranked among elementary schools in Idaho on the 2025 Success Index (US).