Gary Elem School vs Jefferson Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 199 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gary Elem School
Chicago · Public middle · Grades 3–8
711 students
Jefferson Middle School
Champaign · Public middle · Grades 6–8
711 students
| Measure | Gary Elem School Chicago, Illinois | Jefferson Middle School Champaign, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #620 of 670 | #487 of 670 |
| National rank | #14095 of 15,369 | #11900 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 3–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 711 | 711 |
| Enrollment | 711 | 711 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.5% | 59.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 24% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 22% |
| city | Chicago | Champaign |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.1 vs 18.1).
- •Jefferson Middle School does better on math proficiency (22% vs 17%).
- •Jefferson Middle School does better on reading proficiency (29% vs 24%).
- •Jefferson Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.5% vs 94.5%).
- •Jefferson Middle School does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 13.4).
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 Gary Elem School better than Jefferson Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Middle School ranks higher (30.1 vs 18.1 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 Gary Elem School and Jefferson Middle School?
About 199 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Champaign in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gary Elem School: 711. Jefferson Middle School: 711. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gary Elem School and Jefferson Middle School rank in Illinois?
Gary Elem School is 620th of 670 and Jefferson Middle School is 487th of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).