Jefferson Elem vs Lee El
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.
Jefferson Elem
Edinburg · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
511 students
Lee El
Edinburg · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
414 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elem Edinburg, Texas | Lee El Edinburg, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #718 of 4,686 | #2472 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #12354 of 50,301 | #30159 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 511 | 414 |
| Enrollment | 511 | 414 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 64.8% | 94% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 68% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 75% | 57% |
| city | Edinburg | Edinburg |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Elem scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.5 vs 42.7).
- •Jefferson Elem does better on math proficiency (75% vs 57%).
- •Jefferson Elem does better on reading proficiency (68% vs 42%).
- •Jefferson Elem does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64.8% vs 94%).
- •Lee El does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 15.5).
- •Jefferson Elem is the larger school with 511 students compared with 414.
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 Elem better than Lee El?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Elem ranks higher (68.5 vs 42.7 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 Elem and Lee El?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Edinburg and Edinburg in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elem: 511. Lee El: 414. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elem and Lee El rank in Texas?
Jefferson Elem is 718th of 4,686 and Lee El is 2472nd of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).