Jefferson MS vs Washington El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson MS
Pittsburgh · Public middle · Grades 6–8
621 students
Washington El Sch
Pittsburgh · Public elementary · Grades K–5
416 students
| Measure | Jefferson MS Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania | Washington El Sch Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 93 Top 5% | 91 Top 5% |
| State rank | #5 of 521 | #46 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #119 of 15,369 | #576 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 621 | 416 |
| Enrollment | 621 | 416 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 17.6% | 23.8% |
| Students per teacher | 11.5 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 93% | 88% |
| Math proficiency | 75% | 83% |
| city | Pittsburgh | Pittsburgh |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (93.1 vs 91.1).
- •Washington El Sch does better on math proficiency (83% vs 75%).
- •Jefferson MS does better on reading proficiency (93% vs 88%).
- •Jefferson MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (17.6% vs 23.8%).
- •Jefferson MS does better on students per teacher (11.5 vs 12.6).
- •Jefferson MS is the larger school with 621 students compared with 416.
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 MS better than Washington El Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson MS ranks higher (93.1 vs 91.1 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 MS and Washington El Sch?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Pittsburgh and Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson MS: 621. Washington El Sch: 416. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson MS and Washington El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Jefferson MS is 5th of 521 and Washington El Sch is 46th of 1,627 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).