Austin El vs Jefferson Elem
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Austin El
Edinburg · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
366 students
Jefferson Elem
Edinburg · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
511 students
| Measure | Austin El Edinburg, Texas | Jefferson Elem Edinburg, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #1278 of 4,686 | #718 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #19838 of 50,301 | #12354 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 366 | 511 |
| Enrollment | 366 | 511 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 86.6% | 64.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 68% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 75% |
| city | Edinburg | Edinburg |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Elem scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.5 vs 57.6).
- •Jefferson Elem does better on math proficiency (75% vs 67%).
- •Jefferson Elem does better on reading proficiency (68% vs 57%).
- •Jefferson Elem does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64.8% vs 86.6%).
- •Austin El does better on students per teacher (14.1 vs 15.5).
- •Jefferson Elem is the larger school with 511 students compared with 366.
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 Austin El better than Jefferson Elem?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Elem ranks higher (68.5 vs 57.6 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 Austin El and Jefferson Elem?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Edinburg and Edinburg in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Austin El: 366. Jefferson Elem: 511. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Austin El and Jefferson Elem rank in Texas?
Austin El is 1278th of 4,686 and Jefferson Elem is 718th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).