Hayden Elementary School vs Thomas Jefferson Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Indiana, United States, 299 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hayden Elementary School
Hayden · Public elementary · Grades K–6
284 students
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School
Valparaiso · Public elementary · Grades K–5
285 students
| Measure | Hayden Elementary School Hayden, Indiana | Thomas Jefferson Elementary School Valparaiso, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 78 Top 25% |
| State rank | #756 of 1,053 | #84 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #30635 of 50,301 | #6462 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 284 | 285 |
| Enrollment | 284 | 285 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58.5% | 52.3% |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 82% |
| city | Hayden | Valparaiso |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thomas Jefferson Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.5 vs 42.0).
- •Thomas Jefferson Elementary School does better on math proficiency (82% vs 47%).
- •Thomas Jefferson Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 37%).
- •Thomas Jefferson Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (52.3% vs 58.5%).
- •Thomas Jefferson Elementary School is the larger school with 285 students compared with 284.
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 Hayden Elementary School better than Thomas Jefferson Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Thomas Jefferson Elementary School ranks higher (77.5 vs 42.0 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 Hayden Elementary School and Thomas Jefferson Elementary School?
About 299 km in a straight line, between Hayden and Valparaiso in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hayden Elementary School: 284. Thomas Jefferson Elementary School: 285. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hayden Elementary School and Thomas Jefferson Elementary School rank in Indiana?
Hayden Elementary School is 756th of 1,053 and Thomas Jefferson Elementary School is 84th of 1,053 among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).