John F. Kennedy High School vs Waterbury Arts Magnet School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Connecticut, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John F. Kennedy High School
Waterbury · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,391 students
Waterbury Arts Magnet School
Waterbury · Public high · Grades 6–12
820 students
| Measure | John F. Kennedy High School Waterbury, Connecticut | Waterbury Arts Magnet School Waterbury, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #169 of 180 | #143 of 180 |
| National rank | #15462 of 16,910 | #12248 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 1,391 | 820 |
| Enrollment | 1,391 | 820 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.8% | 68% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 12.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 25% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 10% | 17% |
| city | Waterbury | Waterbury |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Waterbury Arts Magnet School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.8 vs 18.9).
- •Waterbury Arts Magnet School does better on math proficiency (17% vs 10%).
- •Waterbury Arts Magnet School does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 25%).
- •Waterbury Arts Magnet School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68% vs 81.8%).
- •Waterbury Arts Magnet School does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 14.3).
- •John F. Kennedy High School is the larger school with 1,391 students compared with 820.
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 School better than Waterbury Arts Magnet School?
On the Success Index (US), Waterbury Arts Magnet School ranks higher (34.8 vs 18.9 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 School and Waterbury Arts Magnet School?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Waterbury and Waterbury in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John F. Kennedy High School: 1,391. Waterbury Arts Magnet School: 820. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John F. Kennedy High School and Waterbury Arts Magnet School rank in Connecticut?
John F. Kennedy High School is 169th of 180 and Waterbury Arts Magnet School is 143rd of 180 among high schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).