Jefferson Elementary vs Riverway Secondary
A head-to-head comparison of two 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 Secondary
Winona · Charter high · Grades 7–12
63 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elementary Winona, Minnesota | Riverway Secondary Winona, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 61 Top 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #596 of 923 | #397 of 433 |
| National rank | #17659 of 50,301 | #13830 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–4 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 322 | 63 |
| Enrollment | 322 | 63 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 49.7% | 73% |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 31.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 30% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 30% |
| city | Winona | Winona |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (60.8 vs 27.7).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on math proficiency (57% vs 30%).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 30%).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49.7% vs 73%).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.4 vs 31.5).
- •Jefferson Elementary is the larger school with 322 students compared with 63.
- •Jefferson Elementary is a public school while Riverway Secondary 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 Secondary?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Elementary ranks higher (60.8 vs 27.7 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 Secondary?
About 5.6 km in a straight line, between Winona and Winona in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elementary: 322. Riverway Secondary: 63. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elementary and Riverway Secondary rank in Minnesota?
Jefferson Elementary is 596th of 923 and Riverway Secondary is 397th of 433 among elementary schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).