Jefferson West Elementary School vs North Fairview
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kansas, United States, 9.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson West Elementary School
Meriden · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
320 students
North Fairview
Topeka · Public elementary · Grades K–6
278 students
| Measure | Jefferson West Elementary School Meriden, Kansas | North Fairview Topeka, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #141 of 686 | #138 of 686 |
| National rank | #14647 of 50,301 | #14546 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 320 | 278 |
| Enrollment | 320 | 278 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.4% | 37.1% |
| Students per teacher | 16.8 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 57% |
| city | Meriden | Topeka |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (65.2 vs 65.4).
- •Jefferson West Elementary School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 57%).
- •Jefferson West Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 52%).
- •Jefferson West Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.4% vs 37.1%).
- •North Fairview does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 16.8).
- •Jefferson West Elementary School is the larger school with 320 students compared with 278.
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 West Elementary School better than North Fairview?
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 Jefferson West Elementary School and North Fairview?
About 9.2 km in a straight line, between Meriden and Topeka in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson West Elementary School: 320. North Fairview: 278. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson West Elementary School and North Fairview rank in Kansas?
Jefferson West Elementary School is 141st of 686 and North Fairview is 138th of 686 among elementary schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).