Jefferson Elementary School vs McLoughlin Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Oregon, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Elementary School
Medford · Public elementary · Grades K–5
381 students
McLoughlin Middle School
Medford · Public middle · Grades 6–8
826 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elementary School Medford, Oregon | McLoughlin Middle School Medford, Oregon |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #336 of 678 | #89 of 208 |
| National rank | #30942 of 50,301 | #9322 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 381 | 826 |
| Enrollment | 381 | 826 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.9% | 87.7% |
| Students per teacher | 17.3 | 20.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 40% |
| city | Medford | Medford |
| state | Oregon | Oregon |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (41.5 vs 42.3).
- •Jefferson Elementary School does better on math proficiency (44% vs 40%).
- •McLoughlin Middle School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 57%).
- •McLoughlin Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (87.7% vs 87.9%).
- •Jefferson Elementary School does better on students per teacher (17.3 vs 20.1).
- •McLoughlin Middle School is the larger school with 826 students compared with 381.
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 Elementary School better than McLoughlin Middle School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Jefferson Elementary School and McLoughlin Middle School?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Medford and Medford in Oregon.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elementary School: 381. McLoughlin Middle School: 826. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elementary School and McLoughlin Middle School rank in Oregon?
Jefferson Elementary School is 336th of 678 and McLoughlin Middle School is 89th of 208 among elementary schools in Oregon on the 2025 Success Index (US).