Jefferson Elem School vs Leland Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 145 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Elem School
Dixon · Public elementary · Grades 2–3
344 students
Leland Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
344 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elem School Dixon, Illinois | Leland Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1576 of 2,303 | #2060 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #40656 of 50,301 | #47194 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 2–3 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 344 | 344 |
| Enrollment | 344 | 344 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58.7% | 95.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 11.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 7% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 4% |
| city | Dixon | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.6 vs 15.9).
- •Jefferson Elem School does better on math proficiency (22% vs 4%).
- •Jefferson Elem School does better on reading proficiency (17% vs 7%).
- •Jefferson Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.7% vs 95.6%).
- •Leland Elem School does better on students per teacher (11.5 vs 13.8).
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 Jefferson Elem School better than Leland Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Elem School ranks higher (26.6 vs 15.9 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 Jefferson Elem School and Leland Elem School?
About 145 km in a straight line, between Dixon and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elem School: 344. Leland Elem School: 344. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elem School and Leland Elem School rank in Illinois?
Jefferson Elem School is 1576th of 2,303 and Leland Elem School is 2060th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).