Betts El vs John F Kennedy El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 5.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Betts El
Edinburg · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
534 students
John F Kennedy El
Edinburg · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
514 students
| Measure | Betts El Edinburg, Texas | John F Kennedy El Edinburg, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2669 of 4,686 | #2633 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #31571 of 50,301 | #31321 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 534 | 514 |
| Enrollment | 534 | 514 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91% | 93.8% |
| Students per teacher | 16.7 | 16.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 52% |
| city | Edinburg | Edinburg |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (40.5 vs 40.9).
- •Betts El does better on math proficiency (57% vs 52%).
- •John F Kennedy El does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 43%).
- •Betts El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91% vs 93.8%).
- •John F Kennedy El does better on students per teacher (16.1 vs 16.7).
- •Betts El is the larger school with 534 students compared with 514.
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 Betts El better than John F Kennedy El?
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 Betts El and John F Kennedy El?
About 5.3 km in a straight line, between Edinburg and Edinburg in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Betts El: 534. John F Kennedy El: 514. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Betts El and John F Kennedy El rank in Texas?
Betts El is 2669th of 4,686 and John F Kennedy El is 2633rd of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).