Jefferson Middle vs Tekoa Academy of Accelerated Studies
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 2.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Middle
Port Arthur · Public middle · Grades 6–8
857 students
Tekoa Academy of Accelerated Studies
Port Arthur · Charter elementary · Grades PK–5
236 students
| Measure | Jefferson Middle Port Arthur, Texas | Tekoa Academy of Accelerated Studies Port Arthur, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1568 of 1,684 | #1424 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #13118 of 15,369 | #21480 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 857 | 236 |
| Enrollment | 857 | 236 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92.4% | 94.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 15.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 64.5% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 64.5% |
| city | Port Arthur | Port Arthur |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Tekoa Academy of Accelerated Studies scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.3 vs 23.5).
- •Tekoa Academy of Accelerated Studies does better on math proficiency (64.5% vs 28%).
- •Tekoa Academy of Accelerated Studies does better on reading proficiency (64.5% vs 27%).
- •Jefferson Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (92.4% vs 94.9%).
- •Jefferson Middle does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 15.7).
- •Jefferson Middle is the larger school with 857 students compared with 236.
- •Jefferson Middle is a public school while Tekoa Academy of Accelerated Studies is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Middle better than Tekoa Academy of Accelerated Studies?
On the Success Index (US), Tekoa Academy of Accelerated Studies ranks higher (55.3 vs 23.5 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 Middle and Tekoa Academy of Accelerated Studies?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Port Arthur and Port Arthur in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Middle: 857. Tekoa Academy of Accelerated Studies: 236. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Middle and Tekoa Academy of Accelerated Studies rank in Texas?
Jefferson Middle is 1568th of 1,684 and Tekoa Academy of Accelerated Studies is 1424th of 4,686 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).