Garfield School vs Jefferson School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Montana, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Garfield School
Miles City · Public elementary · Grades K–5
210 students
Jefferson School
Miles City · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
98 students
| Measure | Garfield School Miles City, Montana | Jefferson School Miles City, Montana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #201 of 267 | #99 of 267 |
| National rank | #34178 of 50,301 | #19999 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–2 |
| Students | 210 | 98 |
| Enrollment | 210 | 98 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 66.7% | 56.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 10.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | – |
| Math proficiency | 32% | – |
| city | Miles City | Miles City |
| state | Montana | Montana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.4 vs 36.7).
- •Jefferson School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.1% vs 66.7%).
- •Jefferson School does better on students per teacher (10.9 vs 12.4).
- •Garfield School is the larger school with 210 students compared with 98.
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 Garfield School better than Jefferson School?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson School ranks higher (57.4 vs 36.7 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 Garfield School and Jefferson School?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Miles City and Miles City in Montana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Garfield School: 210. Jefferson School: 98. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Garfield School and Jefferson School rank in Montana?
Garfield School is 201st of 267 and Jefferson School is 99th of 267 among elementary schools in Montana on the 2025 Success Index (US).