Jefferson Elem School vs T Roosevelt Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 160 km 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
T Roosevelt Elem School
Cicero · Public elementary · Grades 3–6
450 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elem School Sterling, Illinois | T Roosevelt Elem School Cicero, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1054 of 2,303 | #1996 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #30421 of 50,301 | #46504 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades 3–6 |
| Students | 450 | 450 |
| Enrollment | 450 | 450 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69.6% | 88.9% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 20% |
| Math proficiency | – | 20% |
| city | Sterling | Cicero |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.3 vs 17.2).
- •Jefferson Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (69.6% vs 88.9%).
- •T Roosevelt Elem School does better on students per teacher (14.5 vs 15.0).
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 T Roosevelt Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Elem School ranks higher (42.3 vs 17.2 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 T Roosevelt Elem School?
About 160 km in a straight line, between Sterling and Cicero in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elem School: 450. T Roosevelt Elem School: 450. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elem School and T Roosevelt Elem School rank in Illinois?
Jefferson Elem School is 1054th of 2,303 and T Roosevelt Elem School is 1996th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).