Cessna Elem vs Jefferson School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kansas, United States, 151 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cessna Elem
Wichita · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
356 students
Jefferson School
Independence · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
356 students
| Measure | Cessna Elem Wichita, Kansas | Jefferson School Independence, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #665 of 686 | #493 of 686 |
| National rank | #47472 of 50,301 | #34449 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 356 | 356 |
| Enrollment | 356 | 356 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.6% | 82.3% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 15% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 39% |
| city | Wichita | Independence |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.3 vs 15.3).
- •Jefferson School does better on math proficiency (39% vs 12%).
- •Jefferson School does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 15%).
- •Jefferson School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (82.3% vs 91.6%).
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 Cessna Elem better than Jefferson School?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson School ranks higher (36.3 vs 15.3 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 Cessna Elem and Jefferson School?
About 151 km in a straight line, between Wichita and Independence in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cessna Elem: 356. Jefferson School: 356. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cessna Elem and Jefferson School rank in Kansas?
Cessna Elem is 665th of 686 and Jefferson School is 493rd of 686 among elementary schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).