Jefferson Middle School vs McCleery Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 348 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Middle School
Aurora · Public middle · Grades 6–8
577 students
McCleery Elem School
Aurora · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
513 students
| Measure | Jefferson Middle School Aurora, Illinois | McCleery Elem School Aurora, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #512 of 670 | #1519 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #12283 of 15,369 | #39532 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 577 | 513 |
| Enrollment | 577 | 513 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.2% | 54.8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 19% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 20% |
| city | Aurora | Aurora |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (28.1 vs 28.5).
- •McCleery Elem School does better on math proficiency (20% vs 15%).
- •Jefferson Middle School does better on reading proficiency (29% vs 19%).
- •McCleery Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.8% vs 62.2%).
- •Jefferson Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 13.2).
- •Jefferson Middle School is the larger school with 577 students compared with 513.
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 Middle School better than McCleery Elem School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Jefferson Middle School and McCleery Elem School?
About 348 m in a straight line, between Aurora and Aurora in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Middle School: 577. McCleery Elem School: 513. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Middle School and McCleery Elem School rank in Illinois?
Jefferson Middle School is 512th of 670 and McCleery Elem School is 1519th of 2,303 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).