Jefferson Elem School vs Johnston City High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 878 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Elem School
Johnston City · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
270 students
Johnston City High School
Johnston City · Public high · Grades 9–12
328 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elem School Johnston City, Illinois | Johnston City High School Johnston City, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #927 of 2,303 | #419 of 691 |
| National rank | #27618 of 50,301 | #13227 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 270 | 328 |
| Enrollment | 270 | 328 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 63.7% | 50% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 12.1 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 22% |
| Math proficiency | – | 17% |
| city | Johnston City | Johnston City |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.4 vs 30.5).
- •Johnston City High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50% vs 63.7%).
- •Johnston City High School does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 15.0).
- •Johnston City High School is the larger school with 328 students compared with 270.
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 Johnston City High School?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Elem School ranks higher (46.4 vs 30.5 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 Johnston City High School?
About 878 m in a straight line, between Johnston City and Johnston City in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elem School: 270. Johnston City High School: 328. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elem School and Johnston City High School rank in Illinois?
Jefferson Elem School is 927th of 2,303 and Johnston City High School is 419th of 691 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).