Minnie Ruffin Elementary School vs Thomas Jefferson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Louisiana, United States, 895 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Minnie Ruffin Elementary School
Monroe · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
354 students
Thomas Jefferson Elementary
Monroe · Public elementary · Grades 3–6
268 students
| Measure | Minnie Ruffin Elementary School Monroe, Louisiana | Thomas Jefferson Elementary Monroe, Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 50 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #465 of 697 | #535 of 697 |
| National rank | #20772 of 50,301 | #25529 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades 3–6 |
| Students | 354 | 268 |
| Enrollment | 354 | 268 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.4% | 97% |
| Students per teacher | 11.1 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 66% | 51% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 58% |
| city | Monroe | Monroe |
| state | Louisiana | Louisiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Minnie Ruffin Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.3 vs 49.5).
- •Thomas Jefferson Elementary does better on math proficiency (58% vs 51%).
- •Minnie Ruffin Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (66% vs 51%).
- •Minnie Ruffin Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (94.4% vs 97%).
- •Minnie Ruffin Elementary School does better on students per teacher (11.1 vs 12.8).
- •Minnie Ruffin Elementary School is the larger school with 354 students compared with 268.
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 Minnie Ruffin Elementary School better than Thomas Jefferson Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Minnie Ruffin Elementary School ranks higher (56.3 vs 49.5 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 Minnie Ruffin Elementary School and Thomas Jefferson Elementary?
About 895 m in a straight line, between Monroe and Monroe in Louisiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Minnie Ruffin Elementary School: 354. Thomas Jefferson Elementary: 268. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Minnie Ruffin Elementary School and Thomas Jefferson Elementary rank in Louisiana?
Minnie Ruffin Elementary School is 465th of 697 and Thomas Jefferson Elementary is 535th of 697 among elementary schools in Louisiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).