Kennedy Elementary vs McGuire Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Minnesota, United States, 247 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kennedy Elementary
Lakeville · Public elementary · Grades K–5
638 students
McGuire Middle
Lakeville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
844 students
| Measure | Kennedy Elementary Lakeville, Minnesota | McGuire Middle Lakeville, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 25% | 79 Top 25% |
| State rank | #196 of 923 | #29 of 266 |
| National rank | #5733 of 50,301 | #1648 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 638 | 844 |
| Enrollment | 638 | 844 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 24.5% | 20.4% |
| Students per teacher | 15.2 | 16.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 70% |
| Math proficiency | 68% | 67% |
| city | Lakeville | Lakeville |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (78.7 vs 79.0).
- •Kennedy Elementary does better on math proficiency (68% vs 67%).
- •Kennedy Elementary does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 70%).
- •McGuire Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.4% vs 24.5%).
- •Kennedy Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.2 vs 16.5).
- •McGuire Middle is the larger school with 844 students compared with 638.
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 Kennedy Elementary better than McGuire 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 Kennedy Elementary and McGuire Middle?
About 247 m in a straight line, between Lakeville and Lakeville in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kennedy Elementary: 638. McGuire Middle: 844. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kennedy Elementary and McGuire Middle rank in Minnesota?
Kennedy Elementary is 196th of 923 and McGuire Middle is 29th of 266 among elementary schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).