Central Elementary School vs Jefferson Intermediate School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Nebraska, United States, 661 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary School
Fairbury · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
277 students
Jefferson Intermediate School
Fairbury · Public elementary · Grades 3–6
259 students
| Measure | Central Elementary School Fairbury, Nebraska | Jefferson Intermediate School Fairbury, Nebraska |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #341 of 511 | #398 of 511 |
| National rank | #22825 of 50,301 | #29071 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades 3–6 |
| Students | 277 | 259 |
| Enrollment | 277 | 259 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.3% | 56.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 31% |
| Math proficiency | – | 46% |
| city | Fairbury | Fairbury |
| state | Nebraska | Nebraska |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (53.3 vs 44.3).
- •Jefferson Intermediate School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.8% vs 60.3%).
- •Jefferson Intermediate School does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 13.9).
- •Central Elementary School is the larger school with 277 students compared with 259.
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 Central Elementary School better than Jefferson Intermediate School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elementary School ranks higher (53.3 vs 44.3 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 Central Elementary School and Jefferson Intermediate School?
About 661 m in a straight line, between Fairbury and Fairbury in Nebraska.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary School: 277. Jefferson Intermediate School: 259. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary School and Jefferson Intermediate School rank in Nebraska?
Central Elementary School is 341st of 511 and Jefferson Intermediate School is 398th of 511 among elementary schools in Nebraska on the 2025 Success Index (US).