Jefferson Middle School vs Washington Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 2.2 km 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
Washington Middle School
Aurora · Public middle · Grades 6–8
690 students
| Measure | Jefferson Middle School Aurora, Illinois | Washington Middle School Aurora, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #512 of 670 | #562 of 670 |
| National rank | #12283 of 15,369 | #13200 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 577 | 690 |
| Enrollment | 577 | 690 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.2% | 57.8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 15.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 26% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 14% |
| city | Aurora | Aurora |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.1 vs 23.2).
- •Jefferson Middle School does better on math proficiency (15% vs 14%).
- •Jefferson Middle School does better on reading proficiency (29% vs 26%).
- •Washington Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.8% vs 62.2%).
- •Jefferson Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 15.7).
- •Washington Middle School is the larger school with 690 students compared with 577.
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 Washington Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Middle School ranks higher (28.1 vs 23.2 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 Middle School and Washington Middle School?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Aurora and Aurora in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Middle School: 577. Washington Middle School: 690. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Middle School and Washington Middle School rank in Illinois?
Jefferson Middle School is 512th of 670 and Washington Middle School is 562nd of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).