John F. Kennedy High vs Parkville High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Maryland, United States, 56 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John F. Kennedy High
Silver Spring · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,880 students
Parkville High
Baltimore · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,877 students
| Measure | John F. Kennedy High Silver Spring, Maryland | Parkville High Baltimore, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #143 of 197 | #146 of 197 |
| National rank | #12378 of 16,910 | #12495 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,880 | 1,877 |
| Enrollment | 1,880 | 1,877 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56% | 56.1% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 24% |
| city | Silver Spring | Baltimore |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (34.2 vs 33.7).
- •Parkville High does better on math proficiency (24% vs 22%).
- •John F. Kennedy High does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 37%).
- •John F. Kennedy High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56% vs 56.1%).
- •Parkville High does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 15.0).
- •John F. Kennedy High is the larger school with 1,880 students compared with 1,877.
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 High better than Parkville High?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are John F. Kennedy High and Parkville High?
About 56 km in a straight line, between Silver Spring and Baltimore in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John F. Kennedy High: 1,880. Parkville High: 1,877. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John F. Kennedy High and Parkville High rank in Maryland?
John F. Kennedy High is 143rd of 197 and Parkville High is 146th of 197 among high schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).