Arlington Elementary School vs Jefferson Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arlington Elementary School
Fort Wayne · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
418 students
Jefferson Middle School
Fort Wayne · Public middle · Grades 6–8
658 students
| Measure | Arlington Elementary School Fort Wayne, Indiana | Jefferson Middle School Fort Wayne, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #760 of 1,053 | #239 of 335 |
| National rank | #30734 of 50,301 | #9363 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 418 | 658 |
| Enrollment | 418 | 658 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 55% | 56.2% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 36% |
| city | Fort Wayne | Fort Wayne |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (41.8 vs 42.1).
- •Arlington Elementary School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 36%).
- •Jefferson Middle School does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 37%).
- •Arlington Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55% vs 56.2%).
- •Arlington Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.5 vs 15.3).
- •Jefferson Middle School is the larger school with 658 students compared with 418.
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 Arlington Elementary School better than Jefferson Middle 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 Arlington Elementary School and Jefferson Middle School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Fort Wayne and Fort Wayne in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arlington Elementary School: 418. Jefferson Middle School: 658. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arlington Elementary School and Jefferson Middle School rank in Indiana?
Arlington Elementary School is 760th of 1,053 and Jefferson Middle School is 239th of 335 among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).