Thomas Jefferson School vs West Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New York, United States, 620 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Thomas Jefferson School
Binghamton · Public elementary · Grades K–5
267 students
West Middle School
Binghamton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
542 students
| Measure | Thomas Jefferson School Binghamton, New York | West Middle School Binghamton, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1575 of 2,536 | #648 of 785 |
| National rank | #28515 of 50,301 | #12213 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 267 | 542 |
| Enrollment | 267 | 542 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58.4% | 67.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 8.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 21% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 19% |
| city | Binghamton | Binghamton |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thomas Jefferson School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.2 vs 28.5).
- •Thomas Jefferson School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 19%).
- •Thomas Jefferson School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 21%).
- •Thomas Jefferson School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.4% vs 67.9%).
- •West Middle School does better on students per teacher (8.7 vs 12.1).
- •West Middle School is the larger school with 542 students compared with 267.
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 Thomas Jefferson School better than West Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Thomas Jefferson School ranks higher (45.2 vs 28.5 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 Thomas Jefferson School and West Middle School?
About 620 m in a straight line, between Binghamton and Binghamton in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Thomas Jefferson School: 267. West Middle School: 542. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Thomas Jefferson School and West Middle School rank in New York?
Thomas Jefferson School is 1575th of 2,536 and West Middle School is 648th of 785 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).