Jefferson Middle School vs West Aurora High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 350 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
West Aurora High School
Aurora · Public high · Grades 9–12
3,641 students
| Measure | Jefferson Middle School Aurora, Illinois | West Aurora High School Aurora, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #512 of 670 | #486 of 691 |
| National rank | #12283 of 15,369 | #14110 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 577 | 3,641 |
| Enrollment | 577 | 3,641 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.2% | 49.7% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 20% |
| city | Aurora | Aurora |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.1 vs 26.4).
- •West Aurora High School does better on math proficiency (20% vs 15%).
- •Jefferson Middle School does better on reading proficiency (29% vs 22%).
- •West Aurora High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49.7% vs 62.2%).
- •Jefferson Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 16.2).
- •West Aurora High School is the larger school with 3,641 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 West Aurora High School?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Middle School ranks higher (28.1 vs 26.4 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 West Aurora High School?
About 350 m in a straight line, between Aurora and Aurora in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Middle School: 577. West Aurora High School: 3,641. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Middle School and West Aurora High School rank in Illinois?
Jefferson Middle School is 512th of 670 and West Aurora High School is 486th of 691 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).