Jefferson Elementary vs Riverway Learning Community Charter
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Minnesota, United States, 5.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Elementary
Winona · Public elementary · Grades K–4
322 students
Riverway Learning Community Charter
Winona · Charter elementary · Grades PK–6
61 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elementary Winona, Minnesota | Riverway Learning Community Charter Winona, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 61 Top 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #596 of 923 | #862 of 923 |
| National rank | #17659 of 50,301 | #41477 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–4 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 322 | 61 |
| Enrollment | 322 | 61 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 49.7% | 72.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 10.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 34.5% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 5% |
| city | Winona | Winona |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (60.8 vs 25.4).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on math proficiency (57% vs 5%).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 34.5%).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49.7% vs 72.1%).
- •Riverway Learning Community Charter does better on students per teacher (10.2 vs 12.4).
- •Jefferson Elementary is the larger school with 322 students compared with 61.
- •Jefferson Elementary is a public school while Riverway Learning Community Charter 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 better than Riverway Learning Community Charter?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Elementary ranks higher (60.8 vs 25.4 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 Riverway Learning Community Charter?
About 5.6 km in a straight line, between Winona and Winona in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elementary: 322. Riverway Learning Community Charter: 61. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elementary and Riverway Learning Community Charter rank in Minnesota?
Jefferson Elementary is 596th of 923 and Riverway Learning Community Charter is 862nd of 923 among elementary schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).