Jefferson West High vs St. Marys Junior Senior High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Kansas, United States, 43 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
St. Marys Junior Senior High
St Marys · Public high · Grades 7–12
246 students
| Measure | Jefferson West High Meriden, Kansas | St. Marys Junior Senior High St Marys, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #69 of 296 | #121 of 296 |
| National rank | #9760 of 16,910 | #11597 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 247 | 246 |
| Enrollment | 247 | 246 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 30% | 43.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 9.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 22% |
| city | Meriden | St Marys |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson West High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.7 vs 37.5).
- •Jefferson West High does better on math proficiency (27% vs 22%).
- •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 43.1%).
- •St. Marys Junior Senior High does better on students per teacher (9.8 vs 12.4).
- •Jefferson West High is the larger school with 247 students compared with 246.
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 St. Marys Junior Senior High?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson West High ranks higher (44.7 vs 37.5 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 St. Marys Junior Senior High?
About 43 km in a straight line, between Meriden and St Marys in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson West High: 247. St. Marys Junior Senior High: 246. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson West High and St. Marys Junior Senior High rank in Kansas?
Jefferson West High is 69th of 296 and St. Marys Junior Senior High is 121st of 296 among high schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).