John F. Kennedy High vs Walker Junior High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 233 m 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
Walker Junior High
La Palma · Public middle · Grades 7–8
890 students
| Measure | John F. Kennedy High La Palma, California | Walker Junior High La Palma, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #367 of 1,343 | #563 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #7956 of 16,910 | #9830 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 1,983 | 890 |
| Enrollment | 1,983 | 890 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69.5% | 64% |
| Students per teacher | 23.9 | 24.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 80% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 46% | 36% |
| city | La Palma | La Palma |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John F. Kennedy High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.6 vs 40.0).
- •John F. Kennedy High does better on math proficiency (46% vs 36%).
- •John F. Kennedy High does better on reading proficiency (80% vs 55%).
- •Walker Junior High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64% vs 69.5%).
- •John F. Kennedy High does better on students per teacher (23.9 vs 24.7).
- •John F. Kennedy High is the larger school with 1,983 students compared with 890.
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 Walker Junior High?
On the Success Index (US), John F. Kennedy High ranks higher (51.6 vs 40.0 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 John F. Kennedy High and Walker Junior High?
About 233 m in a straight line, between La Palma and La Palma in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John F. Kennedy High: 1,983. Walker Junior High: 890. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John F. Kennedy High and Walker Junior High rank in California?
John F. Kennedy High is 367th of 1,343 and Walker Junior High is 563rd of 1,334 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).