Jefferson Elem School vs Washington Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 596 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
Washington Middle School
Johnston City · Public middle · Grades 5–8
296 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elem School Johnston City, Illinois | Washington Middle School Johnston City, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #927 of 2,303 | #539 of 670 |
| National rank | #27618 of 50,301 | #12828 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 270 | 296 |
| Enrollment | 270 | 296 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 63.7% | 62.2% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 20% |
| 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 25.2).
- •Washington Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.2% vs 63.7%).
- •Washington Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 15.0).
- •Washington Middle School is the larger school with 296 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 Washington Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Elem School ranks higher (46.4 vs 25.2 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 Middle School?
About 596 m in a straight line, between Johnston City and Johnston City in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elem School: 270. Washington Middle School: 296. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elem School and Washington Middle School rank in Illinois?
Jefferson Elem School is 927th of 2,303 and Washington Middle School is 539th of 670 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).