Jefferson Elementary vs Washington Learning Center
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Minnesota, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Elementary
New Ulm · Public elementary · Grades 1–4
643 students
Washington Learning Center
New Ulm · Public elementary · Grades PK–K
180 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elementary New Ulm, Minnesota | Washington Learning Center New Ulm, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 64 Top 50% | 68 Top 50% |
| State rank | #554 of 923 | #467 of 923 |
| National rank | #15797 of 50,301 | #12704 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 1–4 | Grades PK–K |
| Students | 643 | 180 |
| Enrollment | 643 | 180 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.6% | 43.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 12.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | – |
| Math proficiency | 57% | – |
| city | New Ulm | New Ulm |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Washington Learning Center scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.1 vs 63.5).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.6% vs 43.9%).
- •Washington Learning Center does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 13.4).
- •Jefferson Elementary is the larger school with 643 students compared with 180.
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 Washington Learning Center?
On the Success Index (US), Washington Learning Center ranks higher (68.1 vs 63.5 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 Jefferson Elementary and Washington Learning Center?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between New Ulm and New Ulm in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elementary: 643. Washington Learning Center: 180. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elementary and Washington Learning Center rank in Minnesota?
Jefferson Elementary is 554th of 923 and Washington Learning Center is 467th of 923 among elementary schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).