Jefferson Elementary School vs Pansophia Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Michigan, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Elementary School
Coldwater ยท Public elementary ยท Grades 2โ3
378 students
Pansophia Academy
Coldwater ยท Charter other ยท Grades Kโ12
514 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elementary School Coldwater, Michigan | Pansophia Academy Coldwater, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | โ Not rated |
| State rank | #1105 of 1,581 | โ |
| National rank | #37216 of 50,301 | โ |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades 2โ3 | Grades Kโ12 |
| Students | 378 | 514 |
| Enrollment | 378 | 514 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 64% | 87.5% |
| Students per teacher | 18.0 | 19.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 21% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 17% |
| city | Coldwater | Coldwater |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | โ | โ |
The verdict
- โขJefferson Elementary School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 17%).
- โขJefferson Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (31% vs 21%).
- โขJefferson Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64% vs 87.5%).
- โขJefferson Elementary School does better on students per teacher (18.0 vs 19.8).
- โขPansophia Academy is the larger school with 514 students compared with 378.
- โขJefferson Elementary School is a public school while Pansophia Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Pansophia Academy?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Jefferson Elementary School and Pansophia Academy?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Coldwater and Coldwater in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elementary School: 378. Pansophia Academy: 514. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elementary School and Pansophia Academy rank in Michigan?
Jefferson Elementary School is 1105th of 1,581 and Pansophia Academy is unranked among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).