Eisenhower Elem vs Jefferson School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kansas, United States, 498 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Eisenhower Elem
Independence · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
323 students
Jefferson School
Independence · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
356 students
| Measure | Eisenhower Elem Independence, Kansas | Jefferson School Independence, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #281 of 686 | #493 of 686 |
| National rank | #24452 of 50,301 | #34449 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 323 | 356 |
| Enrollment | 323 | 356 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.7% | 82.3% |
| Students per teacher | 11.5 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 39% |
| Math proficiency | – | 39% |
| city | Independence | Independence |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Eisenhower Elem scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.0 vs 36.3).
- •Eisenhower Elem does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.7% vs 82.3%).
- •Eisenhower Elem does better on students per teacher (11.5 vs 13.7).
- •Jefferson School is the larger school with 356 students compared with 323.
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 Eisenhower Elem better than Jefferson School?
On the Success Index (US), Eisenhower Elem ranks higher (51.0 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 Eisenhower Elem and Jefferson School?
About 498 m in a straight line, between Independence and Independence in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Eisenhower Elem: 323. Jefferson School: 356. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Eisenhower Elem and Jefferson School rank in Kansas?
Eisenhower Elem is 281st of 686 and Jefferson School is 493rd of 686 among elementary schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).