Jefferson High School vs Lafayette Tecumseh Jr High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 304 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson High School
Lafayette · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,042 students
Lafayette Tecumseh Jr High School
Lafayette · Public middle · Grades 7–8
999 students
| Measure | Jefferson High School Lafayette, Indiana | Lafayette Tecumseh Jr High School Lafayette, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #312 of 387 | #261 of 335 |
| National rank | #11477 of 16,910 | #10404 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 2,042 | 999 |
| Enrollment | 2,042 | 999 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58% | 62.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 31% |
| city | Lafayette | Lafayette |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (37.9 vs 37.3).
- •Lafayette Tecumseh Jr High School does better on math proficiency (31% vs 22%).
- •Jefferson High School does better on reading proficiency (51% vs 39%).
- •Jefferson High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58% vs 62.1%).
- •Lafayette Tecumseh Jr High School does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 14.3).
- •Jefferson High School is the larger school with 2,042 students compared with 999.
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 High School better than Lafayette Tecumseh Jr High 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 Jefferson High School and Lafayette Tecumseh Jr High School?
About 304 m in a straight line, between Lafayette and Lafayette in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson High School: 2,042. Lafayette Tecumseh Jr High School: 999. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson High School and Lafayette Tecumseh Jr High School rank in Indiana?
Jefferson High School is 312th of 387 and Lafayette Tecumseh Jr High School is 261st of 335 among high schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).