Curtis Middle School vs Jefferson Elem
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Kansas, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Curtis Middle School
Wichita · Public middle · Grades 6–8
846 students
Jefferson Elem
Wichita · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
381 students
| Measure | Curtis Middle School Wichita, Kansas | Jefferson Elem Wichita, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #191 of 205 | #667 of 686 |
| National rank | #14470 of 15,369 | #47744 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 846 | 381 |
| Enrollment | 846 | 381 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92.3% | 91.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.8 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 11% | 15% |
| Math proficiency | 11% | 13% |
| city | Wichita | Wichita |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (15.7 vs 14.8).
- •Jefferson Elem does better on math proficiency (13% vs 11%).
- •Jefferson Elem does better on reading proficiency (15% vs 11%).
- •Jefferson Elem does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.9% vs 92.3%).
- •Curtis Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 14.1).
- •Curtis Middle School is the larger school with 846 students compared with 381.
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 Curtis Middle School better than Jefferson Elem?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Curtis Middle School and Jefferson Elem?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Wichita and Wichita in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Curtis Middle School: 846. Jefferson Elem: 381. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Curtis Middle School and Jefferson Elem rank in Kansas?
Curtis Middle School is 191st of 205 and Jefferson Elem is 667th of 686 among middle schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).