John F. Kennedy High School vs Paterson Arts and Science Charter School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Jersey, United States, 864 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John F. Kennedy High School
Paterson · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,846 students
Paterson Arts and Science Charter School
Paterson · Charter other · Grades K–12
1,330 students
| Measure | John F. Kennedy High School Paterson, New Jersey | Paterson Arts and Science Charter School Paterson, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #330 of 357 | – |
| National rank | #15354 of 16,910 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Other |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 1,846 | 1,330 |
| Enrollment | 1,846 | 1,330 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.2% | 70.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 6% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 0.5% | 28% |
| city | Paterson | Paterson |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Paterson Arts and Science Charter School does better on math proficiency (28% vs 0.5%).
- •Paterson Arts and Science Charter School does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 6%).
- •John F. Kennedy High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.2% vs 70.5%).
- •Paterson Arts and Science Charter School does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 13.4).
- •John F. Kennedy High School is the larger school with 1,846 students compared with 1,330.
- •John F. Kennedy High School is a public school while Paterson Arts and Science Charter School is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 High School better than Paterson Arts and Science Charter School?
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 John F. Kennedy High School and Paterson Arts and Science Charter School?
About 864 m in a straight line, between Paterson and Paterson in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John F. Kennedy High School: 1,846. Paterson Arts and Science Charter School: 1,330. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John F. Kennedy High School and Paterson Arts and Science Charter School rank in New Jersey?
John F. Kennedy High School is 330th of 357 and Paterson Arts and Science Charter School is unranked among high schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).