Emerson School vs Jefferson School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Emerson School
Ionia · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
166 students
Jefferson School
Ionia · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
272 students
| Measure | Emerson School Ionia, Michigan | Jefferson School Ionia, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1221 of 1,581 | #1125 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #41065 of 50,301 | #37880 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 166 | 272 |
| Enrollment | 166 | 272 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.3% | 68.4% |
| Students per teacher | 15.1 | 18.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 22% |
| city | Ionia | Ionia |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.0 vs 26.0).
- •Emerson School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 22%).
- •Jefferson School does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 32%).
- •Jefferson School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68.4% vs 78.3%).
- •Emerson School does better on students per teacher (15.1 vs 18.1).
- •Jefferson School is the larger school with 272 students compared with 166.
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 Emerson School better than Jefferson School?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson School ranks higher (31.0 vs 26.0 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 Emerson School and Jefferson School?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Ionia and Ionia in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Emerson School: 166. Jefferson School: 272. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Emerson School and Jefferson School rank in Michigan?
Emerson School is 1221st of 1,581 and Jefferson School is 1125th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).