Harvard High School vs Jefferson Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 188 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harvard High School
Harvard · Public high · Grades 9–12
815 students
Jefferson Elem School
Harvard · Public elementary · Grades 4–5
319 students
| Measure | Harvard High School Harvard, Illinois | Jefferson Elem School Harvard, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #394 of 691 | #1400 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #12913 of 16,910 | #37280 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 4–5 |
| Students | 815 | 319 |
| Enrollment | 815 | 319 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 44.5% | 55.5% |
| Students per teacher | 10.4 | 9.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 24% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 12% |
| city | Harvard | Harvard |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (31.9 vs 31.9).
- •Jefferson Elem School does better on reading proficiency (24% vs 17%).
- •Harvard High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.5% vs 55.5%).
- •Jefferson Elem School does better on students per teacher (9.4 vs 10.4).
- •Harvard High School is the larger school with 815 students compared with 319.
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 Harvard High School better than Jefferson Elem School?
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 Harvard High School and Jefferson Elem School?
About 188 m in a straight line, between Harvard and Harvard in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Harvard High School: 815. Jefferson Elem School: 319. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Harvard High School and Jefferson Elem School rank in Illinois?
Harvard High School is 394th of 691 and Jefferson Elem School is 1400th of 2,303 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).