J. F. Kennedy School vs Mathewson School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 3.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
J. F. Kennedy School
Milford · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
295 students
Mathewson School
Milford · Public elementary · Grades K–5
327 students
| Measure | J. F. Kennedy School Milford, Connecticut | Mathewson School Milford, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 74 Top 25% | 83 Top 10% |
| State rank | #252 of 596 | #148 of 596 |
| National rank | #8784 of 50,301 | #3287 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 295 | 327 |
| Enrollment | 295 | 327 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.4% | 23.9% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 10.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 62% |
| city | Milford | Milford |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mathewson School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.2 vs 73.7).
- •Mathewson School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 57%).
- •Mathewson School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 67%).
- •Mathewson School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (23.9% vs 41.4%).
- •Mathewson School does better on students per teacher (10.5 vs 11.8).
- •Mathewson School is the larger school with 327 students compared with 295.
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 J. F. Kennedy School better than Mathewson School?
On the Success Index (US), Mathewson School ranks higher (83.2 vs 73.7 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 J. F. Kennedy School and Mathewson School?
About 3.4 km in a straight line, between Milford and Milford in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
J. F. Kennedy School: 295. Mathewson School: 327. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do J. F. Kennedy School and Mathewson School rank in Connecticut?
J. F. Kennedy School is 252nd of 596 and Mathewson School is 148th of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).