Kennedy High School vs Underwood Secondary
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Minnesota, United States, 15 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kennedy High School
Fergus Falls · Public high · Grades 9–12
714 students
Underwood Secondary
Underwood · Public high · Grades 5–12
272 students
| Measure | Kennedy High School Fergus Falls, Minnesota | Underwood Secondary Underwood, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #34 of 433 | #167 of 433 |
| National rank | #2693 of 16,910 | #5296 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 5–12 |
| Students | 714 | 272 |
| Enrollment | 714 | 272 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 30.1% | 30.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 15.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 47% |
| city | Fergus Falls | Underwood |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kennedy High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.5 vs 62.0).
- •Kennedy High School does better on math proficiency (52% vs 47%).
- •Kennedy High School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 57%).
- •Kennedy High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.1% vs 30.5%).
- •Kennedy High School does better on students per teacher (13.5 vs 15.1).
- •Kennedy High School is the larger school with 714 students compared with 272.
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 High School better than Underwood Secondary?
On the Success Index (US), Kennedy High School ranks higher (72.5 vs 62.0 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 Kennedy High School and Underwood Secondary?
About 15 km in a straight line, between Fergus Falls and Underwood in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kennedy High School: 714. Underwood Secondary: 272. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kennedy High School and Underwood Secondary rank in Minnesota?
Kennedy High School is 34th of 433 and Underwood Secondary is 167th of 433 among high schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).