Jefferson High School vs Miami Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 1.4 km 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
Miami Elementary School
Lafayette · Public elementary · Grades K–4
442 students
| Measure | Jefferson High School Lafayette, Indiana | Miami Elementary School Lafayette, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #312 of 387 | #944 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #11477 of 16,910 | #39869 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 2,042 | 442 |
| Enrollment | 2,042 | 442 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58% | 83.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 42% |
| city | Lafayette | Lafayette |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.9 vs 27.9).
- •Miami Elementary School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 22%).
- •Jefferson High School does better on reading proficiency (51% vs 27%).
- •Jefferson High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58% vs 83.5%).
- •Jefferson High School does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 15.8).
- •Jefferson High School is the larger school with 2,042 students compared with 442.
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 Miami Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson High School ranks higher (37.9 vs 27.9 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 High School and Miami Elementary School?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Lafayette and Lafayette in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson High School: 2,042. Miami Elementary School: 442. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson High School and Miami Elementary School rank in Indiana?
Jefferson High School is 312th of 387 and Miami Elementary School is 944th of 1,053 among high schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).