Dawson High School vs Jefferson School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Montana, United States, 3.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dawson High School
Glendive · Public high · Grades 9–12
318 students
Jefferson School
Glendive · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
247 students
| Measure | Dawson High School Glendive, Montana | Jefferson School Glendive, Montana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 68 Top 50% |
| State rank | #40 of 108 | #51 of 267 |
| National rank | #8690 of 16,910 | #12737 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–2 |
| Students | 318 | 247 |
| Enrollment | 318 | 247 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 35.8% | 46.2% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 12.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | – |
| Math proficiency | 22% | – |
| city | Glendive | Glendive |
| state | Montana | Montana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.0 vs 48.8).
- •Dawson High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35.8% vs 46.2%).
- •Jefferson School does better on students per teacher (12.4 vs 14.5).
- •Dawson High School is the larger school with 318 students compared with 247.
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 Dawson High School better than Jefferson School?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson School ranks higher (68.0 vs 48.8 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 Dawson High School and Jefferson School?
About 3.2 km in a straight line, between Glendive and Glendive in Montana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dawson High School: 318. Jefferson School: 247. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dawson High School and Jefferson School rank in Montana?
Dawson High School is 40th of 108 and Jefferson School is 51st of 267 among high schools in Montana on the 2025 Success Index (US).