Barrett Elementary vs Jefferson Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Barrett Elementary
Arlington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
500 students
Jefferson Middle
Arlington · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,120 students
| Measure | Barrett Elementary Arlington, Virginia | Jefferson Middle Arlington, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 25% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #382 of 1,142 | #96 of 340 |
| National rank | #6175 of 50,301 | #1160 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 500 | 1,120 |
| Enrollment | 500 | 1,120 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 57% | 43% |
| Students per teacher | 9.6 | 14.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 70% | 79% |
| Math proficiency | 71% | 80% |
| city | Arlington | Arlington |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.1 vs 77.9).
- •Jefferson Middle does better on math proficiency (80% vs 71%).
- •Jefferson Middle does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 70%).
- •Jefferson Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43% vs 57%).
- •Barrett Elementary does better on students per teacher (9.6 vs 14.0).
- •Jefferson Middle is the larger school with 1,120 students compared with 500.
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 Barrett Elementary better than Jefferson Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Middle ranks higher (82.1 vs 77.9 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 Barrett Elementary and Jefferson Middle?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Arlington and Arlington in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Barrett Elementary: 500. Jefferson Middle: 1,120. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Barrett Elementary and Jefferson Middle rank in Virginia?
Barrett Elementary is 382nd of 1,142 and Jefferson Middle is 96th of 340 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).