Jefferson Elementary vs Wilson Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Wisconsin, United States, 3.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Elementary
Manitowoc · Public elementary · Grades K–5
344 students
Wilson Middle
Manitowoc · Public middle · Grades 6–8
478 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elementary Manitowoc, Wisconsin | Wilson Middle Manitowoc, Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #901 of 1,069 | #205 of 359 |
| National rank | #38088 of 50,301 | #7375 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 344 | 478 |
| Enrollment | 344 | 478 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73% | 38.9% |
| Students per teacher | 10.4 | 12.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 24% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 33% |
| city | Manitowoc | Manitowoc |
| state | Wisconsin | Wisconsin |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Wilson Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.3 vs 30.7).
- •Wilson Middle does better on math proficiency (33% vs 27%).
- •Wilson Middle does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 24%).
- •Wilson Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.9% vs 73%).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.4 vs 12.0).
- •Wilson Middle is the larger school with 478 students compared with 344.
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 better than Wilson Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Wilson Middle ranks higher (51.3 vs 30.7 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 and Wilson Middle?
About 3.3 km in a straight line, between Manitowoc and Manitowoc in Wisconsin.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elementary: 344. Wilson Middle: 478. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elementary and Wilson Middle rank in Wisconsin?
Jefferson Elementary is 901st of 1,069 and Wilson Middle is 205th of 359 among elementary schools in Wisconsin on the 2025 Success Index (US).