Arkansas City High vs Jefferson Elem
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Kansas, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arkansas City High
Arkansas City · Public high · Grades 9–12
885 students
Jefferson Elem
Arkansas City · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
261 students
| Measure | Arkansas City High Arkansas City, Kansas | Jefferson Elem Arkansas City, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #248 of 296 | #593 of 686 |
| National rank | #14337 of 16,910 | #42303 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 885 | 261 |
| Enrollment | 885 | 261 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51% | 72.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 16.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 32% |
| city | Arkansas City | Arkansas City |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Arkansas City High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (25.2 vs 24.0).
- •Jefferson Elem does better on math proficiency (32% vs 12%).
- •Jefferson Elem does better on reading proficiency (22% vs 17%).
- •Arkansas City High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (51% vs 72.4%).
- •Arkansas City High does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 16.3).
- •Arkansas City High is the larger school with 885 students compared with 261.
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 Arkansas City High better than Jefferson Elem?
On the Success Index (US), Arkansas City High ranks higher (25.2 vs 24.0 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 Arkansas City High and Jefferson Elem?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Arkansas City and Arkansas City in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arkansas City High: 885. Jefferson Elem: 261. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arkansas City High and Jefferson Elem rank in Kansas?
Arkansas City High is 248th of 296 and Jefferson Elem is 593rd of 686 among high schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).