Jefferson County North Elem/Middle vs Valley Falls Elem
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kansas, United States, 14 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson County North Elem/Middle
Nortonville · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
338 students
Valley Falls Elem
Valley Falls · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
262 students
| Measure | Jefferson County North Elem/Middle Nortonville, Kansas | Valley Falls Elem Valley Falls, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #236 of 686 | #410 of 686 |
| National rank | #22146 of 50,301 | #30191 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 338 | 262 |
| Enrollment | 338 | 262 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 38.2% | 32.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 11.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 27% |
| city | Nortonville | Valley Falls |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson County North Elem/Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.3 vs 42.7).
- •Jefferson County North Elem/Middle does better on math proficiency (42% vs 27%).
- •Jefferson County North Elem/Middle does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 32%).
- •Valley Falls Elem does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.8% vs 38.2%).
- •Valley Falls Elem does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 13.5).
- •Jefferson County North Elem/Middle is the larger school with 338 students compared with 262.
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 Jefferson County North Elem/Middle better than Valley Falls Elem?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson County North Elem/Middle ranks higher (54.3 vs 42.7 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 Jefferson County North Elem/Middle and Valley Falls Elem?
About 14 km in a straight line, between Nortonville and Valley Falls in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson County North Elem/Middle: 338. Valley Falls Elem: 262. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson County North Elem/Middle and Valley Falls Elem rank in Kansas?
Jefferson County North Elem/Middle is 236th of 686 and Valley Falls Elem is 410th of 686 among elementary schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).