John F Kennedy Middle vs South Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Massachusetts, United States, 30 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John F Kennedy Middle
Waltham · Public middle · Grades 6–8
635 students
South Middle School
Braintree · Public middle · Grades 5–8
635 students
| Measure | John F Kennedy Middle Waltham, Massachusetts | South Middle School Braintree, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 77 Top 25% |
| State rank | #145 of 300 | #98 of 300 |
| National rank | #4755 of 15,369 | #2077 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 635 | 635 |
| Enrollment | 635 | 635 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.4 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 46% | 60% |
| city | Waltham | Braintree |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.6 vs 63.3).
- •South Middle School does better on math proficiency (60% vs 46%).
- •South Middle School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 52%).
- •John F Kennedy Middle does better on students per teacher (10.4 vs 11.8).
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 Middle better than South Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), South Middle School ranks higher (76.6 vs 63.3 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 John F Kennedy Middle and South Middle School?
About 30 km in a straight line, between Waltham and Braintree in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John F Kennedy Middle: 635. South Middle School: 635. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John F Kennedy Middle and South Middle School rank in Massachusetts?
John F Kennedy Middle is 145th of 300 and South Middle School is 98th of 300 among middle schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).