Indian Orchard Elementary vs John F Kennedy Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Massachusetts, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Indian Orchard Elementary
Indian Orchard · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
580 students
John F Kennedy Middle
Springfield · Public middle · Grades 6–8
366 students
| Measure | Indian Orchard Elementary Indian Orchard, Massachusetts | John F Kennedy Middle Springfield, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #986 of 1,009 | #291 of 300 |
| National rank | #44969 of 50,301 | #13755 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 580 | 366 |
| Enrollment | 580 | 366 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 9.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 25% | 7% |
| Math proficiency | 14% | 8% |
| city | Indian Orchard | Springfield |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (19.8 vs 20.1).
- •Indian Orchard Elementary does better on math proficiency (14% vs 8%).
- •Indian Orchard Elementary does better on reading proficiency (25% vs 7%).
- •John F Kennedy Middle does better on students per teacher (9.4 vs 13.2).
- •Indian Orchard Elementary is the larger school with 580 students compared with 366.
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 Indian Orchard Elementary better than John F Kennedy Middle?
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 Indian Orchard Elementary and John F Kennedy Middle?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Indian Orchard and Springfield in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Indian Orchard Elementary: 580. John F Kennedy Middle: 366. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Indian Orchard Elementary and John F Kennedy Middle rank in Massachusetts?
Indian Orchard Elementary is 986th of 1,009 and John F Kennedy Middle is 291st of 300 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).