J F Kennedy Middle School vs West Springfield Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Massachusetts, United States, 106 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
J F Kennedy Middle School
Natick · Public middle · Grades 5–8
911 students
West Springfield Middle
West Springfield · Public middle · Grades 6–8
909 students
| Measure | J F Kennedy Middle School Natick, Massachusetts | West Springfield Middle West Springfield, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #61 of 300 | #176 of 300 |
| National rank | #1017 of 15,369 | #5846 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 911 | 909 |
| Enrollment | 911 | 909 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.2 | 11.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 66% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 45% |
| city | Natick | West Springfield |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •J F Kennedy Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.1 vs 58.3).
- •J F Kennedy Middle School does better on math proficiency (67% vs 45%).
- •J F Kennedy Middle School does better on reading proficiency (66% vs 48%).
- •J F Kennedy Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 11.5).
- •J F Kennedy Middle School is the larger school with 911 students compared with 909.
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 J F Kennedy Middle School better than West Springfield Middle?
On the Success Index (US), J F Kennedy Middle School ranks higher (83.1 vs 58.3 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 J F Kennedy Middle School and West Springfield Middle?
About 106 km in a straight line, between Natick and West Springfield in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
J F Kennedy Middle School: 911. West Springfield Middle: 909. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do J F Kennedy Middle School and West Springfield Middle rank in Massachusetts?
J F Kennedy Middle School is 61st of 300 and West Springfield Middle is 176th of 300 among middle schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).