Argyle Middle vs John F. Kennedy High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 2.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Argyle Middle
Silver Spring · Public middle · Grades 6–8
868 students
John F. Kennedy High
Silver Spring · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,880 students
| Measure | Argyle Middle Silver Spring, Maryland | John F. Kennedy High Silver Spring, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #157 of 225 | #143 of 197 |
| National rank | #11585 of 15,369 | #12378 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 868 | 1,880 |
| Enrollment | 868 | 1,880 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.4% | 56% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 19% | 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 31.6).
- •John F. Kennedy High does better on math proficiency (22% vs 19%).
- •John F. Kennedy High does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 36%).
- •John F. Kennedy High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56% vs 61.4%).
- •Argyle Middle does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 15.0).
- •John F. Kennedy High is the larger school with 1,880 students compared with 868.
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 Argyle Middle better than John F. Kennedy High?
On the Success Index (US), John F. Kennedy High ranks higher (34.2 vs 31.6 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 Argyle Middle and John F. Kennedy High?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Silver Spring and Silver Spring in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Argyle Middle: 868. John F. Kennedy High: 1,880. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Argyle Middle and John F. Kennedy High rank in Maryland?
Argyle Middle is 157th of 225 and John F. Kennedy High is 143rd of 197 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).