Jefferson High School vs Whitehead Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 4.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson High School
Rockford · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,173 students
Whitehead Elem School
Rockford · Public elementary · Grades K–5
678 students
| Measure | Jefferson High School Rockford, Illinois | Whitehead Elem School Rockford, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #618 of 691 | #2214 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #16162 of 16,910 | #49010 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 2,173 | 678 |
| Enrollment | 2,173 | 678 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70% | 80.7% |
| Students per teacher | 19.8 | 18.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 18% | 15% |
| Math proficiency | 11% | 11% |
| city | Rockford | Rockford |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (14.3 vs 11.6).
- •Jefferson High School does better on reading proficiency (18% vs 15%).
- •Jefferson High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (70% vs 80.7%).
- •Whitehead Elem School does better on students per teacher (18.3 vs 19.8).
- •Jefferson High School is the larger school with 2,173 students compared with 678.
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 High School better than Whitehead Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson High School ranks higher (14.3 vs 11.6 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 High School and Whitehead Elem School?
About 4.0 km in a straight line, between Rockford and Rockford in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson High School: 2,173. Whitehead Elem School: 678. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson High School and Whitehead Elem School rank in Illinois?
Jefferson High School is 618th of 691 and Whitehead Elem School is 2214th of 2,303 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).