International High School vs John F. Kennedy High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in New Jersey, United States, 895 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
International High School
Paterson · Public high · Grades 9–12
650 students
John F. Kennedy High School
Paterson · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,846 students
| Measure | International High School Paterson, New Jersey | John F. Kennedy High School Paterson, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #301 of 357 | #330 of 357 |
| National rank | #14241 of 16,910 | #15354 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 650 | 1,846 |
| Enrollment | 650 | 1,846 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.6% | 60.2% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 6% |
| Math proficiency | 7% | 0.5% |
| city | Paterson | Paterson |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •International High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (25.7 vs 19.4).
- •International High School does better on math proficiency (7% vs 0.5%).
- •International High School does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 6%).
- •John F. Kennedy High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.2% vs 76.6%).
- •International High School does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 13.4).
- •John F. Kennedy High School is the larger school with 1,846 students compared with 650.
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 International High School better than John F. Kennedy High School?
On the Success Index (US), International High School ranks higher (25.7 vs 19.4 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 International High School and John F. Kennedy High School?
About 895 m in a straight line, between Paterson and Paterson in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
International High School: 650. John F. Kennedy High School: 1,846. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do International High School and John F. Kennedy High School rank in New Jersey?
International High School is 301st of 357 and John F. Kennedy High School is 330th of 357 among high schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).