Canterbury Elementary School vs J. F. Kennedy School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 107 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Canterbury Elementary School
Canterbury · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
295 students
J. F. Kennedy School
Milford · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
295 students
| Measure | Canterbury Elementary School Canterbury, Connecticut | J. F. Kennedy School Milford, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #280 of 596 | #252 of 596 |
| National rank | #11711 of 50,301 | #8784 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 295 | 295 |
| Enrollment | 295 | 295 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.9% | 41.4% |
| Students per teacher | 12.8 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 57% |
| city | Canterbury | Milford |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •J. F. Kennedy School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.7 vs 69.4).
- •J. F. Kennedy School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 57%).
- •Canterbury Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.9% vs 41.4%).
- •J. F. Kennedy School does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 12.8).
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 Canterbury Elementary School better than J. F. Kennedy School?
On the Success Index (US), J. F. Kennedy School ranks higher (73.7 vs 69.4 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 Canterbury Elementary School and J. F. Kennedy School?
About 107 km in a straight line, between Canterbury and Milford in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Canterbury Elementary School: 295. J. F. Kennedy School: 295. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Canterbury Elementary School and J. F. Kennedy School rank in Connecticut?
Canterbury Elementary School is 280th of 596 and J. F. Kennedy School is 252nd of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).