Jefferson Elementary School vs South Heights Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kentucky, United States, 607 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Elementary School
Henderson · Public elementary · Grades K–5
413 students
South Heights Elementary School
Henderson · Public elementary · Grades K–5
413 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elementary School Henderson, Kentucky | South Heights Elementary School Henderson, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #261 of 707 | #415 of 707 |
| National rank | #19286 of 50,301 | #25596 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 413 | 413 |
| Enrollment | 413 | 413 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.5% | 78.5% |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 60% |
| city | Henderson | Henderson |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.4 vs 49.4).
- •Jefferson Elementary School does better on math proficiency (67% vs 60%).
- •Jefferson Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 44%).
- •Jefferson Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61.5% vs 78.5%).
- •South Heights Elementary School does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 15.9).
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 Elementary School better than South Heights Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Elementary School ranks higher (58.4 vs 49.4 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 Elementary School and South Heights Elementary School?
About 607 m in a straight line, between Henderson and Henderson in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elementary School: 413. South Heights Elementary School: 413. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elementary School and South Heights Elementary School rank in Kentucky?
Jefferson Elementary School is 261st of 707 and South Heights Elementary School is 415th of 707 among elementary schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).