Jefferson Elementary vs McKinley PreK
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Minnesota, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Elementary
Faribault · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
389 students
McKinley PreK
Faribault · Public other · Grades PK–PK
36 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elementary Faribault, Minnesota | McKinley PreK Faribault, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #795 of 923 | – |
| National rank | #33428 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–PK |
| Students | 389 | 36 |
| Enrollment | 389 | 36 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.5% | 63.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | – |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | – |
| Math proficiency | 35% | – |
| city | Faribault | Faribault |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McKinley PreK does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63.9% vs 82.5%).
- •Jefferson Elementary is the larger school with 389 students compared with 36.
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 better than McKinley PreK?
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 and McKinley PreK?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Faribault and Faribault in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elementary: 389. McKinley PreK: 36. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elementary and McKinley PreK rank in Minnesota?
Jefferson Elementary is 795th of 923 and McKinley PreK is unranked among elementary schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).