Jefferson County High vs Thomas E. Edwards Sr. High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Mississippi, United States, 228 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
Thomas E. Edwards Sr. High School
Ruleville · Public high · Grades 9–12
331 students
| Measure | Jefferson County High Fayette, Mississippi | Thomas E. Edwards Sr. High School Ruleville, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #171 of 197 | #164 of 197 |
| National rank | #15819 of 16,910 | #15492 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 331 | 331 |
| Enrollment | 331 | 331 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 11.4 | 11.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 17% |
| city | Fayette | Ruleville |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thomas E. Edwards Sr. High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (18.8 vs 16.7).
- •Thomas E. Edwards Sr. High School does better on math proficiency (17% vs 12%).
- •Thomas E. Edwards Sr. High School does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 11.4).
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 Thomas E. Edwards Sr. High School?
On the Success Index (US), Thomas E. Edwards Sr. High School ranks higher (18.8 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 Thomas E. Edwards Sr. High School?
About 228 km in a straight line, between Fayette and Ruleville in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson County High: 331. Thomas E. Edwards Sr. High School: 331. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson County High and Thomas E. Edwards Sr. High School rank in Mississippi?
Jefferson County High is 171st of 197 and Thomas E. Edwards Sr. High School is 164th of 197 among high schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).