Jefferson Elem. vs John Thomas School of Discover
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Missouri, United States, 333 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Elem.
Cape Girardeau · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
494 students
John Thomas School of Discover
Nixa · Public elementary · Grades K–6
493 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elem. Cape Girardeau, Missouri | John Thomas School of Discover Nixa, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #1028 of 1,159 | #127 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #44031 of 50,301 | #7521 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 494 | 493 |
| Enrollment | 494 | 493 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 16.8% |
| Students per teacher | 11.0 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 66% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 62% |
| city | Cape Girardeau | Nixa |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John Thomas School of Discover scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.7 vs 21.3).
- •John Thomas School of Discover does better on math proficiency (62% vs 22%).
- •John Thomas School of Discover does better on reading proficiency (66% vs 27%).
- •John Thomas School of Discover does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (16.8% vs 100%).
- •Jefferson Elem. does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 14.9).
- •Jefferson Elem. is the larger school with 494 students compared with 493.
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 Elem. better than John Thomas School of Discover?
On the Success Index (US), John Thomas School of Discover ranks higher (75.7 vs 21.3 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 Elem. and John Thomas School of Discover?
About 333 km in a straight line, between Cape Girardeau and Nixa in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elem.: 494. John Thomas School of Discover: 493. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elem. and John Thomas School of Discover rank in Missouri?
Jefferson Elem. is 1028th of 1,159 and John Thomas School of Discover is 127th of 1,159 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).