Jefferson County High vs Philadelphia High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Mississippi, United States, 217 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson County High
Fayette · Public high · Grades 9–12
331 students
Philadelphia High School
Philadelphia · Public high · Grades 7–12
327 students
| Measure | Jefferson County High Fayette, Mississippi | Philadelphia High School Philadelphia, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #171 of 197 | #150 of 197 |
| National rank | #15819 of 16,910 | #14822 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 331 | 327 |
| Enrollment | 331 | 327 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 11.4 | 11.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 25% |
| city | Fayette | Philadelphia |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Philadelphia High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (22.7 vs 16.7).
- •Philadelphia High School does better on math proficiency (25% vs 12%).
- •Philadelphia High School does better on reading proficiency (22% vs 17%).
- •Philadelphia High School does better on students per teacher (11.3 vs 11.4).
- •Jefferson County High is the larger school with 331 students compared with 327.
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 County High better than Philadelphia High School?
On the Success Index (US), Philadelphia High School ranks higher (22.7 vs 16.7 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 County High and Philadelphia High School?
About 217 km in a straight line, between Fayette and Philadelphia in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson County High: 331. Philadelphia High School: 327. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson County High and Philadelphia High School rank in Mississippi?
Jefferson County High is 171st of 197 and Philadelphia High School is 150th of 197 among high schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).