Jefferson Elementary School vs South Medford High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Oregon, United States, 1.9 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
South Medford High School
Medford · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,856 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elementary School Medford, Oregon | South Medford High School Medford, Oregon |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #336 of 678 | #96 of 215 |
| National rank | #30942 of 50,301 | #10189 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 381 | 1,856 |
| Enrollment | 381 | 1,856 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.9% | 86.9% |
| Students per teacher | 17.3 | 23.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 75% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 37% |
| city | Medford | Medford |
| state | Oregon | Oregon |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Medford High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.1 vs 41.5).
- •Jefferson Elementary School does better on math proficiency (44% vs 37%).
- •South Medford High School does better on reading proficiency (75% vs 57%).
- •South Medford High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (86.9% vs 87.9%).
- •Jefferson Elementary School does better on students per teacher (17.3 vs 23.8).
- •South Medford High School is the larger school with 1,856 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 South Medford High School?
On the Success Index (US), South Medford High School ranks higher (43.1 vs 41.5 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 Jefferson Elementary School and South Medford High School?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Medford and Medford in Oregon.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elementary School: 381. South Medford High School: 1,856. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elementary School and South Medford High School rank in Oregon?
Jefferson Elementary School is 336th of 678 and South Medford High School is 96th of 215 among elementary schools in Oregon on the 2025 Success Index (US).