Arkansas City Middle Sch vs Jefferson Elem
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Kansas, United States, 458 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arkansas City Middle Sch
Arkansas City · Public middle · Grades 6–8
628 students
Jefferson Elem
Arkansas City · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
261 students
| Measure | Arkansas City Middle Sch Arkansas City, Kansas | Jefferson Elem Arkansas City, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #126 of 205 | #593 of 686 |
| National rank | #11525 of 15,369 | #42303 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 628 | 261 |
| Enrollment | 628 | 261 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.5% | 72.4% |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 16.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 25% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 32% |
| city | Arkansas City | Arkansas City |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Arkansas City Middle Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.9 vs 24.0).
- •Jefferson Elem does better on math proficiency (32% vs 30%).
- •Arkansas City Middle Sch does better on reading proficiency (25% vs 22%).
- •Arkansas City Middle Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.5% vs 72.4%).
- •Arkansas City Middle Sch does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 16.3).
- •Arkansas City Middle Sch is the larger school with 628 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 Middle Sch better than Jefferson Elem?
On the Success Index (US), Arkansas City Middle Sch ranks higher (31.9 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 Middle Sch and Jefferson Elem?
About 458 m in a straight line, between Arkansas City and Arkansas City in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arkansas City Middle Sch: 628. Jefferson Elem: 261. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arkansas City Middle Sch and Jefferson Elem rank in Kansas?
Arkansas City Middle Sch is 126th of 205 and Jefferson Elem is 593rd of 686 among middle schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).