Jefferson Elementary Center vs Van Devender Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in West Virginia, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Elementary Center
Parkersburg · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
475 students
Van Devender Middle School
Parkersburg · Public middle · Grades 6–8
244 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elementary Center Parkersburg, West Virginia | Van Devender Middle School Parkersburg, West Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #134 of 390 | #55 of 110 |
| National rank | #18654 of 50,301 | #8444 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 475 | 244 |
| Enrollment | 475 | 244 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 8.5 | 9.8 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 30% |
| city | Parkersburg | Parkersburg |
| state | West Virginia | West Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Elementary Center scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.3 vs 46.4).
- •Jefferson Elementary Center does better on math proficiency (42% vs 30%).
- •Jefferson Elementary Center does better on students per teacher (8.5 vs 9.8).
- •Jefferson Elementary Center is the larger school with 475 students compared with 244.
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 Elementary Center better than Van Devender Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Elementary Center ranks higher (59.3 vs 46.4 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 Elementary Center and Van Devender Middle School?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Parkersburg and Parkersburg in West Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elementary Center: 475. Van Devender Middle School: 244. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elementary Center and Van Devender Middle School rank in West Virginia?
Jefferson Elementary Center is 134th of 390 and Van Devender Middle School is 55th of 110 among elementary schools in West Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).