Fox River Academy vs Jefferson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Wisconsin, United States, 84 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fox River Academy
Appleton · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
150 students
Jefferson Elementary
Appleton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
212 students
| Measure | Fox River Academy Appleton, Wisconsin | Jefferson Elementary Appleton, Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #183 of 1,069 | #824 of 1,069 |
| National rank | #9437 of 50,301 | #33366 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 150 | 212 |
| Enrollment | 150 | 212 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 23.3% | 65.6% |
| Students per teacher | 18.8 | 9.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 33% |
| city | Appleton | Appleton |
| state | Wisconsin | Wisconsin |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fox River Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.7 vs 37.9).
- •Fox River Academy does better on math proficiency (67% vs 33%).
- •Fox River Academy does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 33%).
- •Fox River Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (23.3% vs 65.6%).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on students per teacher (9.6 vs 18.8).
- •Jefferson Elementary is the larger school with 212 students compared with 150.
- •Fox River Academy is a charter school while Jefferson Elementary is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Fox River Academy better than Jefferson Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Fox River Academy ranks higher (72.7 vs 37.9 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 Fox River Academy and Jefferson Elementary?
About 84 m in a straight line, between Appleton and Appleton in Wisconsin.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fox River Academy: 150. Jefferson Elementary: 212. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fox River Academy and Jefferson Elementary rank in Wisconsin?
Fox River Academy is 183rd of 1,069 and Jefferson Elementary is 824th of 1,069 among elementary schools in Wisconsin on the 2025 Success Index (US).