Jefferson Middle School vs Kenwood Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 868 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Middle School
Champaign · Public middle · Grades 6–8
711 students
Kenwood Elem School
Champaign · Public elementary · Grades K–5
402 students
| Measure | Jefferson Middle School Champaign, Illinois | Kenwood Elem School Champaign, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #487 of 670 | #1261 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #11900 of 15,369 | #35036 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 711 | 402 |
| Enrollment | 711 | 402 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.5% | 56.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 32% |
| city | Champaign | Champaign |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kenwood Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.4 vs 30.1).
- •Kenwood Elem School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 22%).
- •Kenwood Elem School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 29%).
- •Kenwood Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.7% vs 59.5%).
- •Jefferson Middle School does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 15.5).
- •Jefferson Middle School is the larger school with 711 students compared with 402.
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 Kenwood Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Kenwood Elem School ranks higher (35.4 vs 30.1 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 Kenwood Elem School?
About 868 m in a straight line, between Champaign and Champaign in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Middle School: 711. Kenwood Elem School: 402. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Middle School and Kenwood Elem School rank in Illinois?
Jefferson Middle School is 487th of 670 and Kenwood Elem School is 1261st of 2,303 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).