John F Kennedy Elem School vs Thomas Jefferson Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 3.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John F Kennedy Elem School
Manistee · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
270 students
Thomas Jefferson Elem School
Manistee · Public elementary · Grades K–2
292 students
| Measure | John F Kennedy Elem School Manistee, Michigan | Thomas Jefferson Elem School Manistee, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #807 of 1,581 | #851 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #28044 of 50,301 | #29489 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades K–2 |
| Students | 270 | 292 |
| Enrollment | 270 | 292 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.5% | 51% |
| Students per teacher | 16.9 | 19.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | – |
| Math proficiency | 46% | – |
| city | Manistee | Manistee |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John F Kennedy Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.8 vs 43.7).
- •John F Kennedy Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.5% vs 51%).
- •John F Kennedy Elem School does better on students per teacher (16.9 vs 19.5).
- •Thomas Jefferson Elem School is the larger school with 292 students compared with 270.
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 Elem School better than Thomas Jefferson Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), John F Kennedy Elem School ranks higher (45.8 vs 43.7 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 Elem School and Thomas Jefferson Elem School?
About 3.4 km in a straight line, between Manistee and Manistee in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John F Kennedy Elem School: 270. Thomas Jefferson Elem School: 292. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John F Kennedy Elem School and Thomas Jefferson Elem School rank in Michigan?
John F Kennedy Elem School is 807th of 1,581 and Thomas Jefferson Elem School is 851st of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).