Serving 1,089 students in grades 9-12, John F Kennedy High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,089 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 96% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: John F. Kennedy High School serves a central area in Bellmore, NY, encompassing approximately 4.4 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John F Kennedy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
John F Kennedy High School's student population of 1,089 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,089 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1966
School Calendar
School Rankings
John F Kennedy High School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John F Kennedy High School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#388 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
96%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
97%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Garnet & Gray
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John F Kennedy High School's ranking?
John F Kennedy High School is ranked #388 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are John F Kennedy High School often compared to?
John F Kennedy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sanford H Calhoun High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of John F Kennedy High School?
The graduation rate of John F Kennedy High School is 97%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend John F Kennedy High School?
1,089 students attend John F Kennedy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of John F Kennedy High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John F Kennedy High School?
John F Kennedy High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
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 Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District.
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