John F. Kennedy Elementary vs Otay Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 714 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John F. Kennedy Elementary
Newark · Public elementary · Grades K–5
455 students
Otay Elementary
Chula Vista · Public elementary · Grades K–6
455 students
| Measure | John F. Kennedy Elementary Newark, California | Otay Elementary Chula Vista, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1258 of 5,693 | #2896 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #16793 of 50,301 | #35220 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 455 | 455 |
| Enrollment | 455 | 455 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 31% | 84.6% |
| Students per teacher | 26.8 | 22.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 35% |
| city | Newark | Chula Vista |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John F. Kennedy Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.0 vs 35.1).
- •John F. Kennedy Elementary does better on math proficiency (57% vs 35%).
- •John F. Kennedy Elementary does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 57%).
- •John F. Kennedy Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31% vs 84.6%).
- •Otay Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.8 vs 26.8).
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 John F. Kennedy Elementary better than Otay Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), John F. Kennedy Elementary ranks higher (62.0 vs 35.1 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 John F. Kennedy Elementary and Otay Elementary?
About 714 km in a straight line, between Newark and Chula Vista in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John F. Kennedy Elementary: 455. Otay Elementary: 455. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John F. Kennedy Elementary and Otay Elementary rank in California?
John F. Kennedy Elementary is 1258th of 5,693 and Otay Elementary is 2896th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).