Jefferson Area Junior High School vs Schaefer Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Ohio, United States, 322 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Area Junior High School
Jefferson · Public middle · Grades 7–8
285 students
Schaefer Middle School
Springfield · Public middle · Grades 7–8
285 students
| Measure | Jefferson Area Junior High School Jefferson, Ohio | Schaefer Middle School Springfield, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 61 Top 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #470 of 646 | #534 of 646 |
| National rank | #5205 of 15,369 | #6808 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 285 | 285 |
| Enrollment | 285 | 285 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 55.8% | – |
| Students per teacher | 28.5 | 11.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 75% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 55% | 40% |
| city | Jefferson | Springfield |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Area Junior High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.2 vs 53.9).
- •Jefferson Area Junior High School does better on math proficiency (55% vs 40%).
- •Jefferson Area Junior High School does better on reading proficiency (75% vs 47%).
- •Schaefer Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 28.5).
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 Jefferson Area Junior High School better than Schaefer Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Area Junior High School ranks higher (61.2 vs 53.9 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 Jefferson Area Junior High School and Schaefer Middle School?
About 322 km in a straight line, between Jefferson and Springfield in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Area Junior High School: 285. Schaefer Middle School: 285. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Area Junior High School and Schaefer Middle School rank in Ohio?
Jefferson Area Junior High School is 470th of 646 and Schaefer Middle School is 534th of 646 among middle schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).