J F Kennedy Elementary School vs Merwin Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Ohio, United States, 70 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
J F Kennedy Elementary School
Kettering · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
602 students
Merwin Elementary School
Cincinnati · Public elementary · Grades K–5
602 students
| Measure | J F Kennedy Elementary School Kettering, Ohio | Merwin Elementary School Cincinnati, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #534 of 1,713 | #537 of 1,713 |
| National rank | #7714 of 50,301 | #7723 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 602 | 602 |
| Enrollment | 602 | 602 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 50.7% | 46.7% |
| Students per teacher | 17.7 | 18.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 78% | 78% |
| Math proficiency | 86% | 83% |
| city | Kettering | Cincinnati |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (75.4 vs 75.4).
- •J F Kennedy Elementary School does better on math proficiency (86% vs 83%).
- •Merwin Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.7% vs 50.7%).
- •J F Kennedy Elementary School does better on students per teacher (17.7 vs 18.8).
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 J F Kennedy Elementary School better than Merwin Elementary 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 J F Kennedy Elementary School and Merwin Elementary School?
About 70 km in a straight line, between Kettering and Cincinnati in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
J F Kennedy Elementary School: 602. Merwin Elementary School: 602. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do J F Kennedy Elementary School and Merwin Elementary School rank in Ohio?
J F Kennedy Elementary School is 534th of 1,713 and Merwin Elementary School is 537th of 1,713 among elementary schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).