Elida Middle School vs Jefferson Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Ohio, United States, 14 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Elida Middle School
Elida · Public middle · Grades 6–8
467 students
Jefferson Middle School
Delphos · Public middle · Grades 3–8
248 students
| Measure | Elida Middle School Elida, Ohio | Jefferson Middle School Delphos, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 25% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #384 of 646 | #293 of 646 |
| National rank | #3820 of 15,369 | #2790 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 3–8 |
| Students | 467 | 248 |
| Enrollment | 467 | 248 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.7% | 70.6% |
| Students per teacher | 15.1 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 65% | 81% |
| Math proficiency | 69% | 86% |
| city | Elida | Delphos |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.7 vs 67.8).
- •Jefferson Middle School does better on math proficiency (86% vs 69%).
- •Jefferson Middle School does better on reading proficiency (81% vs 65%).
- •Elida Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.7% vs 70.6%).
- •Elida Middle School does better on students per teacher (15.1 vs 15.5).
- •Elida Middle School is the larger school with 467 students compared with 248.
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 Elida Middle School better than Jefferson Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Middle School ranks higher (72.7 vs 67.8 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 Elida Middle School and Jefferson Middle School?
About 14 km in a straight line, between Elida and Delphos in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Elida Middle School: 467. Jefferson Middle School: 248. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Elida Middle School and Jefferson Middle School rank in Ohio?
Elida Middle School is 384th of 646 and Jefferson Middle School is 293rd of 646 among middle schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).