George K. Porter Middle vs John F. Kennedy High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
George K. Porter Middle
Granada Hills · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,009 students
John F. Kennedy High
Granada Hills · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,152 students
| Measure | George K. Porter Middle Granada Hills, California | John F. Kennedy High Granada Hills, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #461 of 1,334 | #782 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #8251 of 15,369 | #12887 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,009 | 2,152 |
| Enrollment | 1,009 | 2,152 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.5% | 72% |
| Students per teacher | 19.0 | 20.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 50% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 28% |
| city | Granada Hills | Granada Hills |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •George K. Porter Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.2 vs 32.0).
- •George K. Porter Middle does better on math proficiency (44% vs 28%).
- •George K. Porter Middle does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 50%).
- •John F. Kennedy High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72% vs 74.5%).
- •George K. Porter Middle does better on students per teacher (19.0 vs 20.5).
- •John F. Kennedy High is the larger school with 2,152 students compared with 1,009.
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 K. Porter Middle better than John F. Kennedy High?
On the Success Index (US), George K. Porter Middle ranks higher (47.2 vs 32.0 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 K. Porter Middle and John F. Kennedy High?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Granada Hills and Granada Hills in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
George K. Porter Middle: 1,009. John F. Kennedy High: 2,152. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do George K. Porter Middle and John F. Kennedy High rank in California?
George K. Porter Middle is 461st of 1,334 and John F. Kennedy High is 782nd of 1,343 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).