Jefferson El vs Temple H S
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson El
Temple · Public elementary · Grades K–5
504 students
Temple H S
Temple · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,320 students
| Measure | Jefferson El Temple, Texas | Temple H S Temple, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2614 of 4,686 | #917 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #31209 of 50,301 | #9973 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 504 | 2,320 |
| Enrollment | 504 | 2,320 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73.4% | 66% |
| Students per teacher | 17.4 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 52% |
| city | Temple | Temple |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Temple H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.0 vs 41.1).
- •Temple H S does better on math proficiency (52% vs 51%).
- •Jefferson El does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 36%).
- •Temple H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (66% vs 73.4%).
- •Temple H S does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 17.4).
- •Temple H S is the larger school with 2,320 students compared with 504.
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 better than Temple H S?
On the Success Index (US), Temple H S ranks higher (44.0 vs 41.1 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 El and Temple H S?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Temple and Temple in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson El: 504. Temple H S: 2,320. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson El and Temple H S rank in Texas?
Jefferson El is 2614th of 4,686 and Temple H S is 917th of 1,419 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).