Jefferson Elem School vs Madison School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 3.0 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
Madison School
Dixon · Public elementary · Grades 4–5
323 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elem School Dixon, Illinois | Madison School Dixon, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1576 of 2,303 | #1353 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #40656 of 50,301 | #36515 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 2–3 | Grades 4–5 |
| Students | 344 | 323 |
| Enrollment | 344 | 323 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58.7% | 56% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 22% |
| city | Dixon | Dixon |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Madison School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.1 vs 26.6).
- •Madison School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 17%).
- •Madison School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56% vs 58.7%).
- •Jefferson Elem School does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 14.7).
- •Jefferson Elem School is the larger school with 344 students compared with 323.
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 Madison School?
On the Success Index (US), Madison School ranks higher (33.1 vs 26.6 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 Madison School?
About 3.0 km in a straight line, between Dixon and Dixon in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elem School: 344. Madison School: 323. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elem School and Madison School rank in Illinois?
Jefferson Elem School is 1576th of 2,303 and Madison School is 1353rd of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).