Kennedy Elementary School vs Washington Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Jersey, United States, 103 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kennedy Elementary School
Harrison · Public elementary · Grades PK–1
330 students
Washington Middle School
Harrison · Public middle · Grades 6–8
466 students
| Measure | Kennedy Elementary School Harrison, New Jersey | Washington Middle School Harrison, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1096 of 1,479 | #328 of 440 |
| National rank | #27156 of 50,301 | #7422 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–1 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 330 | 466 |
| Enrollment | 330 | 466 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.5% | 85% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 68% |
| Math proficiency | – | 35% |
| city | Harrison | Harrison |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Washington Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.1 vs 47.0).
- •Kennedy Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (74.5% vs 85%).
- •Washington Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 13.2).
- •Washington Middle School is the larger school with 466 students compared with 330.
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 School better than Washington Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Washington Middle School ranks higher (51.1 vs 47.0 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 Elementary School and Washington Middle School?
About 103 m in a straight line, between Harrison and Harrison in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kennedy Elementary School: 330. Washington Middle School: 466. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kennedy Elementary School and Washington Middle School rank in New Jersey?
Kennedy Elementary School is 1096th of 1,479 and Washington Middle School is 328th of 440 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).