Jefferson Jr High School vs Thompson Jr High School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 19 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Jr High School
Naperville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
832 students
Thompson Jr High School
Oswego · Public middle · Grades 6–8
832 students
| Measure | Jefferson Jr High School Naperville, Illinois | Thompson Jr High School Oswego, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #63 of 670 | #417 of 670 |
| National rank | #2406 of 15,369 | #10675 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 832 | 832 |
| Enrollment | 832 | 832 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 29.1% | 42.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 17.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 66% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 50% | 30% |
| city | Naperville | Oswego |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Jr High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.7 vs 35.9).
- •Jefferson Jr High School does better on math proficiency (50% vs 30%).
- •Jefferson Jr High School does better on reading proficiency (66% vs 33%).
- •Jefferson Jr High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.1% vs 42.1%).
- •Jefferson Jr High School does better on students per teacher (12.4 vs 17.0).
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 Jr High School better than Thompson Jr High School?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Jr High School ranks higher (74.7 vs 35.9 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 Jr High School and Thompson Jr High School?
About 19 km in a straight line, between Naperville and Oswego in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Jr High School: 832. Thompson Jr High School: 832. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Jr High School and Thompson Jr High School rank in Illinois?
Jefferson Jr High School is 63rd of 670 and Thompson Jr High School is 417th of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).