Geneseo Middle School vs Thomas Jefferson Jr High School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 178 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Geneseo Middle School
Geneseo · Public middle · Grades 6–8
573 students
Thomas Jefferson Jr High School
Woodridge · Public middle · Grades 7–8
573 students
| Measure | Geneseo Middle School Geneseo, Illinois | Thomas Jefferson Jr High School Woodridge, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #291 of 670 | #171 of 670 |
| National rank | #8058 of 15,369 | #5361 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 573 | 573 |
| Enrollment | 573 | 573 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 26.2% | 44.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 11.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 37% |
| city | Geneseo | Woodridge |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thomas Jefferson Jr High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (60.6 vs 48.1).
- •Thomas Jefferson Jr High School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 35%).
- •Thomas Jefferson Jr High School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 35%).
- •Geneseo Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (26.2% vs 44.5%).
- •Thomas Jefferson Jr High School does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 14.0).
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 Geneseo Middle School better than Thomas Jefferson Jr High School?
On the Success Index (US), Thomas Jefferson Jr High School ranks higher (60.6 vs 48.1 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 Geneseo Middle School and Thomas Jefferson Jr High School?
About 178 km in a straight line, between Geneseo and Woodridge in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Geneseo Middle School: 573. Thomas Jefferson Jr High School: 573. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Geneseo Middle School and Thomas Jefferson Jr High School rank in Illinois?
Geneseo Middle School is 291st of 670 and Thomas Jefferson Jr High School is 171st of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).