John F. Kennedy High vs Oxford Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 2.0 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
Oxford Academy
Cypress · Public high · Grades 7–12
1,315 students
| Measure | John F. Kennedy High La Palma, California | Oxford Academy Cypress, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #367 of 1,343 | #82 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #7956 of 16,910 | #2653 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 1,983 | 1,315 |
| Enrollment | 1,983 | 1,315 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69.5% | 50% |
| Students per teacher | 23.9 | 25.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 80% | 98% |
| Math proficiency | 46% | 96% |
| city | La Palma | Cypress |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Oxford Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.7 vs 51.6).
- •Oxford Academy does better on math proficiency (96% vs 46%).
- •Oxford Academy does better on reading proficiency (98% vs 80%).
- •Oxford Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50% vs 69.5%).
- •John F. Kennedy High does better on students per teacher (23.9 vs 25.3).
- •John F. Kennedy High is the larger school with 1,983 students compared with 1,315.
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 Oxford Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Oxford Academy ranks higher (72.7 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 John F. Kennedy High and Oxford Academy?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between La Palma and Cypress in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John F. Kennedy High: 1,983. Oxford Academy: 1,315. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John F. Kennedy High and Oxford Academy rank in California?
John F. Kennedy High is 367th of 1,343 and Oxford Academy is 82nd of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).