Jefferson Elem School vs Washington Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 1.6 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
Washington Elem School
Dixon · Public elementary · Grades PK–1
424 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elem School Dixon, Illinois | Washington Elem School Dixon, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1576 of 2,303 | #960 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #40656 of 50,301 | #28292 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 2–3 | Grades PK–1 |
| Students | 344 | 424 |
| Enrollment | 344 | 424 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58.7% | 60.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 15.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | – |
| Math proficiency | 22% | – |
| city | Dixon | Dixon |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Washington Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.5 vs 26.6).
- •Jefferson Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.7% vs 60.6%).
- •Jefferson Elem School does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 15.7).
- •Washington Elem School is the larger school with 424 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 Washington Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Washington Elem School ranks higher (45.5 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 Washington Elem School?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Dixon and Dixon in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elem School: 344. Washington Elem School: 424. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elem School and Washington Elem School rank in Illinois?
Jefferson Elem School is 1576th of 2,303 and Washington Elem School is 960th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).