Jefferson Elem vs South Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 962 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Elem
Edinburg · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
511 students
South Middle
Edinburg · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,246 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elem Edinburg, Texas | South Middle Edinburg, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #718 of 4,686 | #504 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #12354 of 50,301 | #5578 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 511 | 1,246 |
| Enrollment | 511 | 1,246 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 64.8% | 62.5% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 68% | 54% |
| Math proficiency | 75% | 59% |
| city | Edinburg | Edinburg |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Elem scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.5 vs 59.6).
- •Jefferson Elem does better on math proficiency (75% vs 59%).
- •Jefferson Elem does better on reading proficiency (68% vs 54%).
- •South Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.5% vs 64.8%).
- •South Middle does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 15.5).
- •South Middle is the larger school with 1,246 students compared with 511.
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 South Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Elem ranks higher (68.5 vs 59.6 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 Jefferson Elem and South Middle?
About 962 m in a straight line, between Edinburg and Edinburg in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elem: 511. South Middle: 1,246. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elem and South Middle rank in Texas?
Jefferson Elem is 718th of 4,686 and South Middle is 504th of 1,684 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).