John F. Kennedy High School vs School 5
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Jersey, United States, 677 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
School 5
Paterson · Public elementary · Grades K–5
753 students
| Measure | John F. Kennedy High School Paterson, New Jersey | School 5 Paterson, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #330 of 357 | #1212 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #15354 of 16,910 | #33058 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,846 | 753 |
| Enrollment | 1,846 | 753 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.2% | 74.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 13.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 6% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 0.5% | 37% |
| city | Paterson | Paterson |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •School 5 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.4 vs 19.4).
- •School 5 does better on math proficiency (37% vs 0.5%).
- •School 5 does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 6%).
- •John F. Kennedy High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.2% vs 74.8%).
- •School 5 does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 13.4).
- •John F. Kennedy High School is the larger school with 1,846 students compared with 753.
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 School 5?
On the Success Index (US), School 5 ranks higher (38.4 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 John F. Kennedy High School and School 5?
About 677 m in a straight line, between Paterson and Paterson in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John F. Kennedy High School: 1,846. School 5: 753. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John F. Kennedy High School and School 5 rank in New Jersey?
John F. Kennedy High School is 330th of 357 and School 5 is 1212th of 1,479 among high schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).