John F. Kennedy High vs San Marino Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.2 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
San Marino Elementary
Buena Park · Public elementary · Grades K–6
465 students
| Measure | John F. Kennedy High La Palma, California | San Marino Elementary Buena Park, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #367 of 1,343 | #2104 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #7956 of 16,910 | #27575 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 1,983 | 465 |
| Enrollment | 1,983 | 465 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69.5% | 68.4% |
| Students per teacher | 23.9 | 25.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 80% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 46% | 49% |
| city | La Palma | Buena Park |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John F. Kennedy High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.6 vs 46.5).
- •San Marino Elementary does better on math proficiency (49% vs 46%).
- •John F. Kennedy High does better on reading proficiency (80% vs 58%).
- •San Marino Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68.4% vs 69.5%).
- •John F. Kennedy High does better on students per teacher (23.9 vs 25.8).
- •John F. Kennedy High is the larger school with 1,983 students compared with 465.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is John F. Kennedy High better than San Marino Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), John F. Kennedy High ranks higher (51.6 vs 46.5 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 San Marino Elementary?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between La Palma and Buena Park in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John F. Kennedy High: 1,983. San Marino Elementary: 465. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John F. Kennedy High and San Marino Elementary rank in California?
John F. Kennedy High is 367th of 1,343 and San Marino Elementary is 2104th of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).