Jackson Elem School vs Jefferson Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jackson Elem School
Elmhurst · Public elementary · Grades K–5
422 students
Jefferson Elem School
Elmhurst · Public elementary · Grades K–5
329 students
| Measure | Jackson Elem School Elmhurst, Illinois | Jefferson Elem School Elmhurst, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #226 of 2,303 | #215 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #9310 of 50,301 | #8914 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 422 | 329 |
| Enrollment | 422 | 329 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 5.9% | 2.7% |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 59% | 52% |
| city | Elmhurst | Elmhurst |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (72.9 vs 73.5).
- •Jackson Elem School does better on math proficiency (59% vs 52%).
- •Jefferson Elem School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 51%).
- •Jefferson Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (2.7% vs 5.9%).
- •Jefferson Elem School does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 12.4).
- •Jackson Elem School is the larger school with 422 students compared with 329.
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 Jackson Elem 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 Jackson Elem School and Jefferson Elem School?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Elmhurst and Elmhurst in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jackson Elem School: 422. Jefferson Elem School: 329. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jackson Elem School and Jefferson Elem School rank in Illinois?
Jackson Elem School is 226th of 2,303 and Jefferson Elem School is 215th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).