Jefferson Elem School vs Reagan Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two 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
Reagan Middle School
Dixon · Public middle · Grades 6–8
585 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elem School Dixon, Illinois | Reagan Middle School Dixon, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1576 of 2,303 | #568 of 670 |
| National rank | #40656 of 50,301 | #13287 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 2–3 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 344 | 585 |
| Enrollment | 344 | 585 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58.7% | 55% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 16.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 21% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 17% |
| city | Dixon | Dixon |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.6 vs 22.7).
- •Jefferson Elem School does better on math proficiency (22% vs 17%).
- •Reagan Middle School does better on reading proficiency (21% vs 17%).
- •Reagan Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55% vs 58.7%).
- •Jefferson Elem School does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 16.3).
- •Reagan Middle School is the larger school with 585 students compared with 344.
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 Reagan Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Elem School ranks higher (26.6 vs 22.7 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 Reagan Middle School?
About 3.0 km in a straight line, between Dixon and Dixon in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elem School: 344. Reagan Middle School: 585. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elem School and Reagan Middle School rank in Illinois?
Jefferson Elem School is 1576th of 2,303 and Reagan Middle School is 568th of 670 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).