East Jessamine Middle School vs Thomas Jefferson Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Kentucky, United States, 104 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
East Jessamine Middle School
Nicholasville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
944 students
Thomas Jefferson Middle
Louisville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
943 students
| Measure | East Jessamine Middle School Nicholasville, Kentucky | Thomas Jefferson Middle Louisville, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #174 of 217 | #213 of 217 |
| National rank | #8802 of 15,369 | #13423 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 944 | 943 |
| Enrollment | 944 | 943 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62% | 75.1% |
| Students per teacher | 16.9 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 12% |
| city | Nicholasville | Louisville |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •East Jessamine Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.6 vs 22.0).
- •East Jessamine Middle School does better on math proficiency (35% vs 12%).
- •East Jessamine Middle School does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 29%).
- •East Jessamine Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62% vs 75.1%).
- •Thomas Jefferson Middle does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 16.9).
- •East Jessamine Middle School is the larger school with 944 students compared with 943.
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 East Jessamine Middle School better than Thomas Jefferson Middle?
On the Success Index (US), East Jessamine Middle School ranks higher (44.6 vs 22.0 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 East Jessamine Middle School and Thomas Jefferson Middle?
About 104 km in a straight line, between Nicholasville and Louisville in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
East Jessamine Middle School: 944. Thomas Jefferson Middle: 943. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do East Jessamine Middle School and Thomas Jefferson Middle rank in Kentucky?
East Jessamine Middle School is 174th of 217 and Thomas Jefferson Middle is 213th of 217 among middle schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).