Jefferson Intermediate vs Pella High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Iowa, United States, 674 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Intermediate
Pella · Public middle · Grades 4–6
494 students
Pella High School
Pella · Public high · Grades 9–12
801 students
| Measure | Jefferson Intermediate Pella, Iowa | Pella High School Pella, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 90 Top 5% | 85 Top 5% |
| State rank | #7 of 239 | #30 of 319 |
| National rank | #289 of 15,369 | #641 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 4–6 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 494 | 801 |
| Enrollment | 494 | 801 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 16.6% | 14.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 16.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 86% | 87% |
| Math proficiency | 84% | 82% |
| city | Pella | Pella |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Intermediate scores higher on the Success Index (US) (90.0 vs 85.0).
- •Jefferson Intermediate does better on math proficiency (84% vs 82%).
- •Pella High School does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 86%).
- •Pella High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (14.6% vs 16.6%).
- •Jefferson Intermediate does better on students per teacher (14.5 vs 16.3).
- •Pella High School is the larger school with 801 students compared with 494.
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 Intermediate better than Pella High School?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Intermediate ranks higher (90.0 vs 85.0 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 Intermediate and Pella High School?
About 674 m in a straight line, between Pella and Pella in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Intermediate: 494. Pella High School: 801. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Intermediate and Pella High School rank in Iowa?
Jefferson Intermediate is 7th of 239 and Pella High School is 30th of 319 among middle schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).