Cornell Elem School vs Jefferson Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 414 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cornell Elem School
Cornell · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
114 students
Jefferson Elem School
Metropolis · Public elementary · Grades K–6
114 students
| Measure | Cornell Elem School Cornell, Illinois | Jefferson Elem School Metropolis, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1297 of 2,303 | #545 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #35688 of 50,301 | #18653 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 114 | 114 |
| Enrollment | 114 | 114 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 26.3% | 46.5% |
| Students per teacher | 10.4 | 12.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 47% |
| city | Cornell | Metropolis |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.3 vs 34.3).
- •Jefferson Elem School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 17%).
- •Jefferson Elem School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 17%).
- •Cornell Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (26.3% vs 46.5%).
- •Cornell Elem School does better on students per teacher (10.4 vs 12.7).
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 Cornell Elem School better than Jefferson Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Elem School ranks higher (59.3 vs 34.3 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 Cornell Elem School and Jefferson Elem School?
About 414 km in a straight line, between Cornell and Metropolis in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cornell Elem School: 114. Jefferson Elem School: 114. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cornell Elem School and Jefferson Elem School rank in Illinois?
Cornell Elem School is 1297th of 2,303 and Jefferson Elem School is 545th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).