Serving 1,391 students in grades 9-12, John F. Kennedy High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,391 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 78% (Btm 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: John F. Kennedy High School serves the southwest part of Waterbury, CT, covering an area of approximately 10.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in about 5 to 10 minutes, with the farthest edge being 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
John F. Kennedy High School's student population of 1,391 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 98 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,391 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
98 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
John F. Kennedy High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John F. Kennedy High School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#862 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
63%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
78%
88.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.1%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John F. Kennedy High School's ranking?
John F. Kennedy High School is ranked #862 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are John F. Kennedy High School often compared to?
John F. Kennedy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wilby High School, Crosby High School, W. F. Kaynor Technical High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of John F. Kennedy High School?
The graduation rate of John F. Kennedy High School is 78%, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 88.2%.
How many students attend John F. Kennedy High School?
1,391 students attend John F. Kennedy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of John F. Kennedy High School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John F. Kennedy High School?
John F. Kennedy High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does John F. Kennedy High School offer ?
John F. Kennedy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John F. Kennedy High School part of?
John F. Kennedy High School is part of Waterbury School District.
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