Century High School vs Jefferson Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Minnesota, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Century High School
Rochester · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,608 students
Jefferson Elementary School
Rochester · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
464 students
| Measure | Century High School Rochester, Minnesota | Jefferson Elementary School Rochester, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 25% | 79 Top 25% |
| State rank | #86 of 433 | #189 of 923 |
| National rank | #3805 of 16,910 | #5486 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,608 | 464 |
| Enrollment | 1,608 | 464 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 29.2% | 32.5% |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 66% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 67% |
| city | Rochester | Rochester |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.1 vs 68.0).
- •Jefferson Elementary School does better on math proficiency (67% vs 51%).
- •Jefferson Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (66% vs 60%).
- •Century High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.2% vs 32.5%).
- •Century High School is the larger school with 1,608 students compared with 464.
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 Century High School better than Jefferson Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Elementary School ranks higher (79.1 vs 68.0 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 Century High School and Jefferson Elementary School?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Rochester and Rochester in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Century High School: 1,608. Jefferson Elementary School: 464. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Century High School and Jefferson Elementary School rank in Minnesota?
Century High School is 86th of 433 and Jefferson Elementary School is 189th of 923 among high schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).