Thomas Jefferson Middle School vs Washington Twp Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 4.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Thomas Jefferson Middle School
Valparaiso · Public middle · Grades 6–8
632 students
Washington Twp Elementary School
Valparaiso · Public elementary · Grades K–5
339 students
| Measure | Thomas Jefferson Middle School Valparaiso, Indiana | Washington Twp Elementary School Valparaiso, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 74 Top 25% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #30 of 335 | #128 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #2643 of 15,369 | #9617 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 632 | 339 |
| Enrollment | 632 | 339 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.7% | 28% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 63% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 56% | 70% |
| city | Valparaiso | Valparaiso |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thomas Jefferson Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.5 vs 72.5).
- •Washington Twp Elementary School does better on math proficiency (70% vs 56%).
- •Thomas Jefferson Middle School does better on reading proficiency (63% vs 58%).
- •Washington Twp Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (28% vs 39.7%).
- •Thomas Jefferson Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 15.4).
- •Thomas Jefferson Middle School is the larger school with 632 students compared with 339.
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 Thomas Jefferson Middle School better than Washington Twp Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Thomas Jefferson Middle School ranks higher (73.5 vs 72.5 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 Thomas Jefferson Middle School and Washington Twp Elementary School?
About 4.4 km in a straight line, between Valparaiso and Valparaiso in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Thomas Jefferson Middle School: 632. Washington Twp Elementary School: 339. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Thomas Jefferson Middle School and Washington Twp Elementary School rank in Indiana?
Thomas Jefferson Middle School is 30th of 335 and Washington Twp Elementary School is 128th of 1,053 among middle schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).