Central High vs Jefferson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Wisconsin, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central High
West Allis · Public high · Grades 9–12
961 students
Jefferson Elementary
West Allis · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
393 students
| Measure | Central High West Allis, Wisconsin | Jefferson Elementary West Allis, Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #418 of 446 | #853 of 1,069 |
| National rank | #15185 of 16,910 | #34825 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 961 | 393 |
| Enrollment | 961 | 393 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73% | 64.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 12.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 31% |
| city | West Allis | West Allis |
| state | Wisconsin | Wisconsin |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.7 vs 20.5).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on math proficiency (31% vs 15%).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on reading proficiency (33% vs 22%).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64.6% vs 73%).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.7 vs 14.6).
- •Central High is the larger school with 961 students compared with 393.
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 Central High better than Jefferson Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Elementary ranks higher (35.7 vs 20.5 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 Central High and Jefferson Elementary?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between West Allis and West Allis in Wisconsin.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High: 961. Jefferson Elementary: 393. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High and Jefferson Elementary rank in Wisconsin?
Central High is 418th of 446 and Jefferson Elementary is 853rd of 1,069 among high schools in Wisconsin on the 2025 Success Index (US).