George B. Miller Elementary vs John F. Kennedy High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 972 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
George B. Miller Elementary
La Palma Β· Public elementary Β· Grades Kβ6
502 students
John F. Kennedy High
La Palma Β· Public high Β· Grades 9β12
1,983 students
| Measure | George B. Miller Elementary La Palma, California | John F. Kennedy High La Palma, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1037 of 5,693 | #367 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #13898 of 50,301 | #7956 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades Kβ6 | Grades 9β12 |
| Students | 502 | 1,983 |
| Enrollment | 502 | 1,983 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.4% | 69.5% |
| Students per teacher | 23.9 | 23.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 80% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 46% |
| city | La Palma | La Palma |
| state | California | California |
| Website | β | β |
The verdict
- β’George B. Miller Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.3 vs 51.6).
- β’George B. Miller Elementary does better on math proficiency (72% vs 46%).
- β’John F. Kennedy High does better on reading proficiency (80% vs 72%).
- β’George B. Miller Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.4% vs 69.5%).
- β’John F. Kennedy High is the larger school with 1,983 students compared with 502.
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 George B. Miller Elementary better than John F. Kennedy High?
On the Success Index (US), George B. Miller Elementary ranks higher (66.3 vs 51.6 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 George B. Miller Elementary and John F. Kennedy High?
About 972 m in a straight line, between La Palma and La Palma in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
George B. Miller Elementary: 502. John F. Kennedy High: 1,983. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do George B. Miller Elementary and John F. Kennedy High rank in California?
George B. Miller Elementary is 1037th of 5,693 and John F. Kennedy High is 367th of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).