Jefferson West High vs Seaman High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Kansas, United States, 12 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson West High
Meriden · Public high · Grades 9–12
247 students
Seaman High
Topeka · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,190 students
| Measure | Jefferson West High Meriden, Kansas | Seaman High Topeka, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #69 of 296 | #95 of 296 |
| National rank | #9760 of 16,910 | #10619 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 247 | 1,190 |
| Enrollment | 247 | 1,190 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 30% | 35.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 31% |
| city | Meriden | Topeka |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson West High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.7 vs 41.4).
- •Seaman High does better on math proficiency (31% vs 27%).
- •Jefferson West High does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 27%).
- •Jefferson West High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30% vs 35.1%).
- •Jefferson West High does better on students per teacher (12.4 vs 14.3).
- •Seaman High is the larger school with 1,190 students compared with 247.
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 High better than Seaman High?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson West High ranks higher (44.7 vs 41.4 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 West High and Seaman High?
About 12 km in a straight line, between Meriden and Topeka in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson West High: 247. Seaman High: 1,190. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson West High and Seaman High rank in Kansas?
Jefferson West High is 69th of 296 and Seaman High is 95th of 296 among high schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).