Griffin School vs Jefferson Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 7.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Griffin School
Olympia · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
585 students
Jefferson Middle School
Olympia · Public middle · Grades 6–8
462 students
| Measure | Griffin School Olympia, Washington | Jefferson Middle School Olympia, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #331 of 1,154 | #41 of 363 |
| National rank | #12068 of 50,301 | #2249 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 585 | 462 |
| Enrollment | 585 | 462 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 31.5% | 42.9% |
| Students per teacher | 17.7 | 18.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 68% | 84% |
| Math proficiency | 59% | 71% |
| city | Olympia | Olympia |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.6 vs 68.9).
- •Jefferson Middle School does better on math proficiency (71% vs 59%).
- •Jefferson Middle School does better on reading proficiency (84% vs 68%).
- •Griffin School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31.5% vs 42.9%).
- •Griffin School does better on students per teacher (17.7 vs 18.5).
- •Griffin School is the larger school with 585 students compared with 462.
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 Griffin School better than Jefferson Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Middle School ranks higher (75.6 vs 68.9 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 Griffin School and Jefferson Middle School?
About 7.5 km in a straight line, between Olympia and Olympia in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Griffin School: 585. Jefferson Middle School: 462. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Griffin School and Jefferson Middle School rank in Washington?
Griffin School is 331st of 1,154 and Jefferson Middle School is 41st of 363 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).