John F. Kennedy Middle School vs Washington Elementary Magnet School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 780 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John F. Kennedy Middle School
Riviera Beach · Public middle · Grades 6–8
821 students
Washington Elementary Magnet School
Riviera Beach · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
241 students
| Measure | John F. Kennedy Middle School Riviera Beach, Florida | Washington Elementary Magnet School Riviera Beach, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #543 of 563 | #1762 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #13189 of 15,369 | #30598 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 821 | 241 |
| Enrollment | 821 | 241 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 66.6% | 81.3% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 24% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 52% |
| city | Riviera Beach | Riviera Beach |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Washington Elementary Magnet School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.1 vs 23.2).
- •Washington Elementary Magnet School does better on math proficiency (52% vs 26%).
- •Washington Elementary Magnet School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 24%).
- •John F. Kennedy Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (66.6% vs 81.3%).
- •Washington Elementary Magnet School does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 16.4).
- •John F. Kennedy Middle School is the larger school with 821 students compared with 241.
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 Middle School better than Washington Elementary Magnet School?
On the Success Index (US), Washington Elementary Magnet School ranks higher (42.1 vs 23.2 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 Middle School and Washington Elementary Magnet School?
About 780 m in a straight line, between Riviera Beach and Riviera Beach in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John F. Kennedy Middle School: 821. Washington Elementary Magnet School: 241. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John F. Kennedy Middle School and Washington Elementary Magnet School rank in Florida?
John F. Kennedy Middle School is 543rd of 563 and Washington Elementary Magnet School is 1762nd of 2,187 among middle schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).