International Prep Academy vs Jefferson Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
International Prep Academy
Champaign · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
681 students
Jefferson Middle School
Champaign · Public middle · Grades 6–8
711 students
| Measure | International Prep Academy Champaign, Illinois | Jefferson Middle School Champaign, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1368 of 2,303 | #487 of 670 |
| National rank | #36742 of 50,301 | #11900 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 681 | 711 |
| Enrollment | 681 | 711 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 55.8% | 59.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 22% |
| city | Champaign | Champaign |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •International Prep Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.8 vs 30.1).
- •International Prep Academy does better on math proficiency (27% vs 22%).
- •Jefferson Middle School does better on reading proficiency (29% vs 27%).
- •International Prep Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55.8% vs 59.5%).
- •Jefferson Middle School does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 13.4).
- •Jefferson Middle School is the larger school with 711 students compared with 681.
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 International Prep Academy better than Jefferson Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), International Prep Academy ranks higher (32.8 vs 30.1 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 International Prep Academy and Jefferson Middle School?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Champaign and Champaign in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
International Prep Academy: 681. Jefferson Middle School: 711. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do International Prep Academy and Jefferson Middle School rank in Illinois?
International Prep Academy is 1368th of 2,303 and Jefferson Middle School is 487th of 670 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).