Clarke Middle School vs South Jefferson High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New York, United States, 20 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Clarke Middle School
Adams · Public middle · Grades 6–8
399 students
South Jefferson High School
Adams · Public high · Grades 9–12
574 students
| Measure | Clarke Middle School Adams, New York | South Jefferson High School Adams, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 84 Top 5% |
| State rank | #394 of 785 | #312 of 1,079 |
| National rank | #7335 of 15,369 | #815 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 399 | 574 |
| Enrollment | 399 | 574 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.6% | 38.3% |
| Students per teacher | 11.7 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 87% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 97.5% |
| city | Adams | Adams |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Jefferson High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.6 vs 51.4).
- •South Jefferson High School does better on math proficiency (97.5% vs 42%).
- •South Jefferson High School does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 39%).
- •South Jefferson High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.3% vs 47.6%).
- •Clarke Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 13.7).
- •South Jefferson High School is the larger school with 574 students compared with 399.
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 Clarke Middle School better than South Jefferson High School?
On the Success Index (US), South Jefferson High School ranks higher (83.6 vs 51.4 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 Clarke Middle School and South Jefferson High School?
About 20 m in a straight line, between Adams and Adams in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Clarke Middle School: 399. South Jefferson High School: 574. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Clarke Middle School and South Jefferson High School rank in New York?
Clarke Middle School is 394th of 785 and South Jefferson High School is 312th of 1,079 among middle schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).