Dulaney High vs John F. Kennedy High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Maryland, United States, 57 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dulaney High
Timonium · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,889 students
John F. Kennedy High
Silver Spring · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,880 students
| Measure | Dulaney High Timonium, Maryland | John F. Kennedy High Silver Spring, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #43 of 197 | #143 of 197 |
| National rank | #2824 of 16,910 | #12378 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,889 | 1,880 |
| Enrollment | 1,889 | 1,880 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 33.2% | 56% |
| Students per teacher | 18.0 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 64% | 22% |
| city | Timonium | Silver Spring |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dulaney High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.9 vs 34.2).
- •Dulaney High does better on math proficiency (64% vs 22%).
- •Dulaney High does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 43%).
- •Dulaney High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33.2% vs 56%).
- •John F. Kennedy High does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 18.0).
- •Dulaney High is the larger school with 1,889 students compared with 1,880.
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 Dulaney High better than John F. Kennedy High?
On the Success Index (US), Dulaney High ranks higher (71.9 vs 34.2 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 Dulaney High and John F. Kennedy High?
About 57 km in a straight line, between Timonium and Silver Spring in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dulaney High: 1,889. John F. Kennedy High: 1,880. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dulaney High and John F. Kennedy High rank in Maryland?
Dulaney High is 43rd of 197 and John F. Kennedy High is 143rd of 197 among high schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).