Denning Elementary School vs Jefferson Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 9.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Denning Elementary School
West Frankfort · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
439 students
Jefferson Elem School
Johnston City · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
270 students
| Measure | Denning Elementary School West Frankfort, Illinois | Jefferson Elem School Johnston City, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #853 of 2,303 | #927 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #25620 of 50,301 | #27618 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades PK–2 |
| Students | 439 | 270 |
| Enrollment | 439 | 270 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 46.9% | 63.7% |
| Students per teacher | 17.6 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | – | – |
| city | West Frankfort | Johnston City |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Denning Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.3 vs 46.4).
- •Denning Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.9% vs 63.7%).
- •Jefferson Elem School does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 17.6).
- •Denning Elementary School is the larger school with 439 students compared with 270.
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 Denning Elementary School better than Jefferson Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Denning Elementary School ranks higher (49.3 vs 46.4 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 Denning Elementary School and Jefferson Elem School?
About 9.3 km in a straight line, between West Frankfort and Johnston City in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Denning Elementary School: 439. Jefferson Elem School: 270. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Denning Elementary School and Jefferson Elem School rank in Illinois?
Denning Elementary School is 853rd of 2,303 and Jefferson Elem School is 927th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).