John F. Kennedy High vs Leuzinger High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 29 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John F. Kennedy High
La Palma · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,983 students
Leuzinger High
Lawndale · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,981 students
| Measure | John F. Kennedy High La Palma, California | Leuzinger High Lawndale, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #367 of 1,343 | #1058 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #7956 of 16,910 | #14892 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,983 | 1,981 |
| Enrollment | 1,983 | 1,981 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69.5% | 83.2% |
| Students per teacher | 23.9 | 22.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 80% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 46% | 19% |
| city | La Palma | Lawndale |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John F. Kennedy High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.6 vs 22.3).
- •John F. Kennedy High does better on math proficiency (46% vs 19%).
- •John F. Kennedy High does better on reading proficiency (80% vs 46%).
- •John F. Kennedy High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (69.5% vs 83.2%).
- •Leuzinger High does better on students per teacher (22.3 vs 23.9).
- •John F. Kennedy High is the larger school with 1,983 students compared with 1,981.
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 High better than Leuzinger High?
On the Success Index (US), John F. Kennedy High ranks higher (51.6 vs 22.3 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 High and Leuzinger High?
About 29 km in a straight line, between La Palma and Lawndale in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John F. Kennedy High: 1,983. Leuzinger High: 1,981. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John F. Kennedy High and Leuzinger High rank in California?
John F. Kennedy High is 367th of 1,343 and Leuzinger High is 1058th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).