Jefferson High School vs Murdock Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 2.4 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
Murdock Elementary School
Lafayette · Public elementary · Grades K–4
230 students
| Measure | Jefferson High School Lafayette, Indiana | Murdock Elementary School Lafayette, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #312 of 387 | #418 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #11477 of 16,910 | #19877 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 2,042 | 230 |
| Enrollment | 2,042 | 230 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58% | 77.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 13.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 67% |
| city | Lafayette | Lafayette |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Murdock Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.6 vs 37.9).
- •Murdock Elementary School does better on math proficiency (67% vs 22%).
- •Murdock Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 51%).
- •Jefferson High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58% vs 77.8%).
- •Murdock Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.5 vs 14.3).
- •Jefferson High School is the larger school with 2,042 students compared with 230.
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 Murdock Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Murdock Elementary School ranks higher (57.6 vs 37.9 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 Murdock Elementary School?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Lafayette and Lafayette in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson High School: 2,042. Murdock Elementary School: 230. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson High School and Murdock Elementary School rank in Indiana?
Jefferson High School is 312th of 387 and Murdock Elementary School is 418th of 1,053 among high schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).