John F Kennedy Elem vs Washington High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Kansas, United States, 1.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John F Kennedy Elem
Kansas City · Public elementary · Grades K–5
419 students
Washington High
Kansas City · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,180 students
| Measure | John F Kennedy Elem Kansas City, Kansas | Washington High Kansas City, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #642 of 686 | #294 of 296 |
| National rank | #45663 of 50,301 | #16419 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 419 | 1,180 |
| Enrollment | 419 | 1,180 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73.5% | 67% |
| Students per teacher | 16.8 | 18.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 25% | 6% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 2% |
| city | Kansas City | Kansas City |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John F Kennedy Elem scores higher on the Success Index (US) (18.7 vs 12.3).
- •John F Kennedy Elem does better on math proficiency (18% vs 2%).
- •John F Kennedy Elem does better on reading proficiency (25% vs 6%).
- •Washington High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (67% vs 73.5%).
- •John F Kennedy Elem does better on students per teacher (16.8 vs 18.2).
- •Washington High is the larger school with 1,180 students compared with 419.
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 Elem better than Washington High?
On the Success Index (US), John F Kennedy Elem ranks higher (18.7 vs 12.3 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 Elem and Washington High?
About 1.0 km in a straight line, between Kansas City and Kansas City in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John F Kennedy Elem: 419. Washington High: 1,180. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John F Kennedy Elem and Washington High rank in Kansas?
John F Kennedy Elem is 642nd of 686 and Washington High is 294th of 296 among elementary schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).