Jefferson Elem School vs Marion Jr High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 2.4 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 Jr High School
Marion · Public middle · Grades 6–8
742 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elem School Marion, Illinois | Marion Jr High School Marion, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1165 of 2,303 | #454 of 670 |
| National rank | #33295 of 50,301 | #11276 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 376 | 742 |
| Enrollment | 376 | 742 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 52.1% | 56.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 23% |
| city | Marion | Marion |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.0 vs 33.1).
- •Jefferson Elem School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 23%).
- •Marion Jr High School does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 32%).
- •Jefferson Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (52.1% vs 56.7%).
- •Jefferson Elem School does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 15.5).
- •Marion Jr High School is the larger school with 742 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 Jr High School?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Elem School ranks higher (38.0 vs 33.1 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 Jr High School?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Marion and Marion in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elem School: 376. Marion Jr High School: 742. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elem School and Marion Jr High School rank in Illinois?
Jefferson Elem School is 1165th of 2,303 and Marion Jr High School is 454th of 670 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).