Edison Middle School vs Jefferson Elementary Center
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in West Virginia, United States, 4.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Edison Middle School
Parkersburg · Public middle · Grades 6–8
551 students
Jefferson Elementary Center
Parkersburg · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
475 students
| Measure | Edison Middle School Parkersburg, West Virginia | Jefferson Elementary Center Parkersburg, West Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #11 of 110 | #134 of 390 |
| National rank | #4790 of 15,369 | #18654 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 551 | 475 |
| Enrollment | 551 | 475 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 8.5 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | 53% | 42% |
| city | Parkersburg | Parkersburg |
| state | West Virginia | West Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Edison Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.1 vs 59.3).
- •Edison Middle School does better on math proficiency (53% vs 42%).
- •Jefferson Elementary Center does better on students per teacher (8.5 vs 14.5).
- •Edison Middle School is the larger school with 551 students compared with 475.
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 Edison Middle School better than Jefferson Elementary Center?
On the Success Index (US), Edison Middle School ranks higher (63.1 vs 59.3 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 Edison Middle School and Jefferson Elementary Center?
About 4.0 km in a straight line, between Parkersburg and Parkersburg in West Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Edison Middle School: 551. Jefferson Elementary Center: 475. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Edison Middle School and Jefferson Elementary Center rank in West Virginia?
Edison Middle School is 11th of 110 and Jefferson Elementary Center is 134th of 390 among middle schools in West Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).