Crystal City High vs Jefferson High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Missouri, United States, 8.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Crystal City High
Crystal City · Public high · Grades 7–12
238 students
Jefferson High School
Festus · Public high · Grades 9–12
300 students
| Measure | Crystal City High Crystal City, Missouri | Jefferson High School Festus, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #244 of 497 | #43 of 497 |
| National rank | #7944 of 16,910 | #2644 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 238 | 300 |
| Enrollment | 238 | 300 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.5% | 19% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 54.5% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 34.5% | 64.5% |
| city | Crystal City | Festus |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.7 vs 51.6).
- •Jefferson High School does better on math proficiency (64.5% vs 34.5%).
- •Jefferson High School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 54.5%).
- •Jefferson High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (19% vs 47.5%).
- •Crystal City High does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 13.6).
- •Jefferson High School is the larger school with 300 students compared with 238.
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 Crystal City High better than Jefferson High School?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson High School ranks higher (72.7 vs 51.6 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 Crystal City High and Jefferson High School?
About 8.4 km in a straight line, between Crystal City and Festus in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Crystal City High: 238. Jefferson High School: 300. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Crystal City High and Jefferson High School rank in Missouri?
Crystal City High is 244th of 497 and Jefferson High School is 43rd of 497 among high schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).