Jefferson Elem School vs Sterling High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 527 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Elem School
Sterling · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
450 students
Sterling High School
Sterling · Public high · Grades 9–12
999 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elem School Sterling, Illinois | Sterling High School Sterling, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1054 of 2,303 | #404 of 691 |
| National rank | #30421 of 50,301 | #13032 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 450 | 999 |
| Enrollment | 450 | 999 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69.6% | 54.1% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 17.5 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 32% |
| Math proficiency | – | 29% |
| city | Sterling | Sterling |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.3 vs 31.4).
- •Sterling High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.1% vs 69.6%).
- •Jefferson Elem School does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 17.5).
- •Sterling High School is the larger school with 999 students compared with 450.
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 Sterling High School?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Elem School ranks higher (42.3 vs 31.4 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 Sterling High School?
About 527 m in a straight line, between Sterling and Sterling in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elem School: 450. Sterling High School: 999. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elem School and Sterling High School rank in Illinois?
Jefferson Elem School is 1054th of 2,303 and Sterling High School is 404th of 691 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).