Jefferson Elementary vs John F. Kennedy Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Mexico, United States, 908 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Elementary
Gallup · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
460 students
John F. Kennedy Middle
Gallup · Public middle · Grades 6–8
648 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elementary Gallup, New Mexico | John F. Kennedy Middle Gallup, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #224 of 416 | #115 of 138 |
| National rank | #43971 of 50,301 | #14803 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 460 | 648 |
| Enrollment | 460 | 648 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.6% | 87.5% |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 16% |
| city | Gallup | Gallup |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.4 vs 13.1).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on math proficiency (37% vs 16%).
- •John F. Kennedy Middle does better on reading proficiency (28% vs 27%).
- •John F. Kennedy Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (87.5% vs 89.6%).
- •John F. Kennedy Middle is the larger school with 648 students compared with 460.
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 Jefferson Elementary better than John F. Kennedy Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Elementary ranks higher (21.4 vs 13.1 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 Jefferson Elementary and John F. Kennedy Middle?
About 908 m in a straight line, between Gallup and Gallup in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elementary: 460. John F. Kennedy Middle: 648. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elementary and John F. Kennedy Middle rank in New Mexico?
Jefferson Elementary is 224th of 416 and John F. Kennedy Middle is 115th of 138 among elementary schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).