Erie HS vs Jefferson El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Erie HS
Erie · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,501 students
Jefferson El Sch
Erie · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
447 students
| Measure | Erie HS Erie, Pennsylvania | Jefferson El Sch Erie, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #555 of 618 | #1321 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #14532 of 16,910 | #38937 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 2,501 | 447 |
| Enrollment | 2,501 | 447 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.6% | 98% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 12.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 25% | 28% |
| city | Erie | Erie |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson El Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.4 vs 24.2).
- •Jefferson El Sch does better on math proficiency (28% vs 25%).
- •Jefferson El Sch does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 31%).
- •Erie HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (96.6% vs 98%).
- •Jefferson El Sch does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 13.9).
- •Erie HS is the larger school with 2,501 students compared with 447.
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 Erie HS better than Jefferson El Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson El Sch ranks higher (29.4 vs 24.2 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 Erie HS and Jefferson El Sch?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Erie and Erie in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Erie HS: 2,501. Jefferson El Sch: 447. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Erie HS and Jefferson El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Erie HS is 555th of 618 and Jefferson El Sch is 1321st of 1,627 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).