Thomas Jefferson Middle School vs Washington Twp Middle/High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 4.2 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 Middle/High School
Valparaiso · Public high · Grades 6–12
456 students
| Measure | Thomas Jefferson Middle School Valparaiso, Indiana | Washington Twp Middle/High School Valparaiso, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 74 Top 25% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #30 of 335 | #29 of 387 |
| National rank | #2643 of 15,369 | #2523 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 632 | 456 |
| Enrollment | 632 | 456 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.7% | 29.2% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 63% | 70% |
| Math proficiency | 56% | 59% |
| city | Valparaiso | Valparaiso |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (73.5 vs 73.3).
- •Washington Twp Middle/High School does better on math proficiency (59% vs 56%).
- •Washington Twp Middle/High School does better on reading proficiency (70% vs 63%).
- •Washington Twp Middle/High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.2% vs 39.7%).
- •Thomas Jefferson Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 14.3).
- •Thomas Jefferson Middle School is the larger school with 632 students compared with 456.
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 Middle/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 Thomas Jefferson Middle School and Washington Twp Middle/High School?
About 4.2 km in a straight line, between Valparaiso and Valparaiso in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Thomas Jefferson Middle School: 632. Washington Twp Middle/High School: 456. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Thomas Jefferson Middle School and Washington Twp Middle/High School rank in Indiana?
Thomas Jefferson Middle School is 30th of 335 and Washington Twp Middle/High School is 29th of 387 among middle schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).