Jasper Co Jr High vs Newton Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jasper Co Jr High
Newton · Public middle · Grades 7–8
176 students
Newton Elem School
Newton · Public elementary · Grades 1–6
476 students
| Measure | Jasper Co Jr High Newton, Illinois | Newton Elem School Newton, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #475 of 670 | #735 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #11692 of 15,369 | #23120 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 1–6 |
| Students | 176 | 476 |
| Enrollment | 176 | 476 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 45.5% | 49.4% |
| Students per teacher | 19.6 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 46% |
| city | Newton | Newton |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Newton Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.9 vs 31.2).
- •Newton Elem School does better on math proficiency (46% vs 32%).
- •Newton Elem School does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 22%).
- •Jasper Co Jr High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (45.5% vs 49.4%).
- •Newton Elem School does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 19.6).
- •Newton Elem School is the larger school with 476 students compared with 176.
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 Jasper Co Jr High better than Newton Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Newton Elem School ranks higher (52.9 vs 31.2 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 Jasper Co Jr High and Newton Elem School?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Newton and Newton in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jasper Co Jr High: 176. Newton Elem School: 476. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jasper Co Jr High and Newton Elem School rank in Illinois?
Jasper Co Jr High is 475th of 670 and Newton Elem School is 735th of 2,303 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).