Central School vs Jefferson School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Montana, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central School
Helena · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
242 students
Jefferson School
Helena · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
245 students
| Measure | Central School Helena, Montana | Jefferson School Helena, Montana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Lower 50% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #141 of 267 | #27 of 267 |
| National rank | #25493 of 50,301 | #8023 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 242 | 245 |
| Enrollment | 242 | 245 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.3% | 20% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 20.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 62% |
| city | Helena | Helena |
| state | Montana | Montana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.9 vs 49.5).
- •Jefferson School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 42%).
- •Jefferson School does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 52%).
- •Jefferson School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20% vs 60.3%).
- •Central School does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 20.4).
- •Jefferson School is the larger school with 245 students compared with 242.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Central School better than Jefferson School?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson School ranks higher (74.9 vs 49.5 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 Central School and Jefferson School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Helena and Helena in Montana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central School: 242. Jefferson School: 245. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central School and Jefferson School rank in Montana?
Central School is 141st of 267 and Jefferson School is 27th of 267 among elementary schools in Montana on the 2025 Success Index (US).