Arcola Elementary vs John F. Kennedy High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arcola Elementary
Silver Spring · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
747 students
John F. Kennedy High
Silver Spring · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,880 students
| Measure | Arcola Elementary Silver Spring, Maryland | John F. Kennedy High Silver Spring, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #558 of 879 | #143 of 197 |
| National rank | #36711 of 50,301 | #12378 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 747 | 1,880 |
| Enrollment | 747 | 1,880 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 57.4% | 56% |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 22% |
| city | Silver Spring | Silver Spring |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John F. Kennedy High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.2 vs 32.8).
- •Arcola Elementary does better on math proficiency (26% vs 22%).
- •John F. Kennedy High does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 28%).
- •John F. Kennedy High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56% vs 57.4%).
- •Arcola Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 15.0).
- •John F. Kennedy High is the larger school with 1,880 students compared with 747.
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 Arcola Elementary better than John F. Kennedy High?
On the Success Index (US), John F. Kennedy High ranks higher (34.2 vs 32.8 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 Arcola Elementary and John F. Kennedy High?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Silver Spring and Silver Spring in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arcola Elementary: 747. John F. Kennedy High: 1,880. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arcola Elementary and John F. Kennedy High rank in Maryland?
Arcola Elementary is 558th of 879 and John F. Kennedy High is 143rd of 197 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).