Jefferson El Sch vs Jefferson MS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 101 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson El Sch
Pittsburgh · Public elementary · Grades K–5
310 students
Jefferson MS
Pittsburgh · Public middle · Grades 6–8
621 students
| Measure | Jefferson El Sch Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania | Jefferson MS Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 93 Top 5% | 93 Top 5% |
| State rank | #27 of 1,627 | #5 of 521 |
| National rank | #348 of 50,301 | #119 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 310 | 621 |
| Enrollment | 310 | 621 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 13.2% | 17.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 11.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 92% | 93% |
| Math proficiency | 87% | 75% |
| city | Pittsburgh | Pittsburgh |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (92.5 vs 93.1).
- •Jefferson El Sch does better on math proficiency (87% vs 75%).
- •Jefferson MS does better on reading proficiency (93% vs 92%).
- •Jefferson El Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (13.2% vs 17.6%).
- •Jefferson MS does better on students per teacher (11.5 vs 13.5).
- •Jefferson MS is the larger school with 621 students compared with 310.
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 El Sch better than Jefferson MS?
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 El Sch and Jefferson MS?
About 101 m in a straight line, between Pittsburgh and Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson El Sch: 310. Jefferson MS: 621. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson El Sch and Jefferson MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Jefferson El Sch is 27th of 1,627 and Jefferson MS is 5th of 521 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).