Central Elem vs Jefferson School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kansas, United States, 224 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elem
Wamego · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
357 students
Jefferson School
Independence · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
356 students
| Measure | Central Elem Wamego, Kansas | Jefferson School Independence, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #65 of 686 | #493 of 686 |
| National rank | #8006 of 50,301 | #34449 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 357 | 356 |
| Enrollment | 357 | 356 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 33.3% | 82.3% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 39% |
| Math proficiency | – | 39% |
| city | Wamego | Independence |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elem scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.9 vs 36.3).
- •Central Elem does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33.3% vs 82.3%).
- •Central Elem does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 13.7).
- •Central Elem is the larger school with 357 students compared with 356.
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 Central Elem better than Jefferson School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elem ranks higher (74.9 vs 36.3 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 Central Elem and Jefferson School?
About 224 km in a straight line, between Wamego and Independence in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elem: 357. Jefferson School: 356. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elem and Jefferson School rank in Kansas?
Central Elem is 65th of 686 and Jefferson School is 493rd of 686 among elementary schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).