Burlington High vs Jefferson West High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Kansas, United States, 111 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Burlington High
Burlington · Public high · Grades 9–12
246 students
Jefferson West High
Meriden · Public high · Grades 9–12
247 students
| Measure | Burlington High Burlington, Kansas | Jefferson West High Meriden, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #44 of 296 | #69 of 296 |
| National rank | #8616 of 16,910 | #9760 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 246 | 247 |
| Enrollment | 246 | 247 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39% | 30% |
| Students per teacher | 9.8 | 12.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 27% |
| city | Burlington | Meriden |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Burlington High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.1 vs 44.7).
- •Burlington High does better on math proficiency (42% vs 27%).
- •Jefferson West High does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 27%).
- •Jefferson West High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30% vs 39%).
- •Burlington High does better on students per teacher (9.8 vs 12.4).
- •Jefferson West High is the larger school with 247 students compared with 246.
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 Burlington High better than Jefferson West High?
On the Success Index (US), Burlington High ranks higher (49.1 vs 44.7 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 Burlington High and Jefferson West High?
About 111 km in a straight line, between Burlington and Meriden in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Burlington High: 246. Jefferson West High: 247. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Burlington High and Jefferson West High rank in Kansas?
Burlington High is 44th of 296 and Jefferson West High is 69th of 296 among high schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).