Jefferson H S vs John F Kennedy H S
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Texas, United States, 799 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson H S
El Paso · Public high · Grades 9–12
998 students
John F Kennedy H S
San Antonio · Public high · Grades 9–12
998 students
| Measure | Jefferson H S El Paso, Texas | John F Kennedy H S San Antonio, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1148 of 1,419 | #1367 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #12069 of 16,910 | #14695 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 998 | 998 |
| Enrollment | 998 | 998 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.5% | 92.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 20% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 56% | 28% |
| city | El Paso | San Antonio |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.6 vs 23.4).
- •Jefferson H S does better on math proficiency (56% vs 28%).
- •John F Kennedy H S does better on reading proficiency (28% vs 20%).
- •Jefferson H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.5% vs 92.5%).
- •Jefferson H S does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 15.8).
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 Jefferson H S better than John F Kennedy H S?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson H S ranks higher (35.6 vs 23.4 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 Jefferson H S and John F Kennedy H S?
About 799 km in a straight line, between El Paso and San Antonio in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson H S: 998. John F Kennedy H S: 998. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson H S and John F Kennedy H S rank in Texas?
Jefferson H S is 1148th of 1,419 and John F Kennedy H S is 1367th of 1,419 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).