Highland Elementary School vs North Jackson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kentucky, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highland Elementary School
Glasgow · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
618 students
North Jackson Elementary
Glasgow · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
537 students
| Measure | Highland Elementary School Glasgow, Kentucky | North Jackson Elementary Glasgow, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #425 of 707 | #212 of 707 |
| National rank | #25952 of 50,301 | #17736 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 618 | 537 |
| Enrollment | 618 | 537 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.8% | 50.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 46% | 55% |
| city | Glasgow | Glasgow |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Jackson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (60.7 vs 48.8).
- •North Jackson Elementary does better on math proficiency (55% vs 46%).
- •North Jackson Elementary does better on reading proficiency (61% vs 50%).
- •North Jackson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50.8% vs 62.8%).
- •Highland Elementary School does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 15.8).
- •Highland Elementary School is the larger school with 618 students compared with 537.
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 Highland Elementary School better than North Jackson Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), North Jackson Elementary ranks higher (60.7 vs 48.8 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 Highland Elementary School and North Jackson Elementary?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Glasgow and Glasgow in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland Elementary School: 618. North Jackson Elementary: 537. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland Elementary School and North Jackson Elementary rank in Kentucky?
Highland Elementary School is 425th of 707 and North Jackson Elementary is 212th of 707 among elementary schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).