Jefferson Elem School vs Marion High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 3.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Elem School
Marion · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
376 students
Marion High School
Marion · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,075 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elem School Marion, Illinois | Marion High School Marion, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1165 of 2,303 | #366 of 691 |
| National rank | #33295 of 50,301 | #12582 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 376 | 1,075 |
| Enrollment | 376 | 1,075 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 52.1% | 48.1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 19% |
| city | Marion | Marion |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.0 vs 33.3).
- •Jefferson Elem School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 19%).
- •Marion High School does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 32%).
- •Marion High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.1% vs 52.1%).
- •Jefferson Elem School does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 14.7).
- •Marion High School is the larger school with 1,075 students compared with 376.
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 Marion High School?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Elem School ranks higher (38.0 vs 33.3 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 Marion High School?
About 3.3 km in a straight line, between Marion and Marion in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elem School: 376. Marion High School: 1,075. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elem School and Marion High School rank in Illinois?
Jefferson Elem School is 1165th of 2,303 and Marion High School is 366th of 691 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).