City College Academy of the Arts vs South Jefferson High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in New York, United States, 372 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
City College Academy of the Arts
New York · Public high · Grades 6–12
573 students
South Jefferson High School
Adams · Public high · Grades 9–12
574 students
| Measure | City College Academy of the Arts New York, New York | South Jefferson High School Adams, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 84 Top 5% |
| State rank | #960 of 1,079 | #312 of 1,079 |
| National rank | #7440 of 16,910 | #815 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 573 | 574 |
| Enrollment | 573 | 574 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.8% | 38.3% |
| Students per teacher | 11.0 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 87% |
| Math proficiency | 49% | 97.5% |
| city | New York | Adams |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Jefferson High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.6 vs 53.5).
- •South Jefferson High School does better on math proficiency (97.5% vs 49%).
- •South Jefferson High School does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 62%).
- •South Jefferson High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.3% vs 88.8%).
- •City College Academy of the Arts does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 13.7).
- •South Jefferson High School is the larger school with 574 students compared with 573.
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 City College Academy of the Arts better than South Jefferson High School?
On the Success Index (US), South Jefferson High School ranks higher (83.6 vs 53.5 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 City College Academy of the Arts and South Jefferson High School?
About 372 km in a straight line, between New York and Adams in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
City College Academy of the Arts: 573. South Jefferson High School: 574. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do City College Academy of the Arts and South Jefferson High School rank in New York?
City College Academy of the Arts is 960th of 1,079 and South Jefferson High School is 312th of 1,079 among high schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).