Serving 665 students in grades 9-12, John F. Kennedy High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 665 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
John F. Kennedy High School's student population of 665 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
665 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
2018
School Rankings
John F. Kennedy High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John F. Kennedy High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1209 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
92%
42%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
82.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.5%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
61%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal blue, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John F. Kennedy High School's ranking?
John F. Kennedy High School is ranked #1209 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of John F. Kennedy High School?
The graduation rate of John F. Kennedy High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend John F. Kennedy High School?
665 students attend John F. Kennedy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of John F. Kennedy High School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 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 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does John F. Kennedy High School offer ?
John F. Kennedy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is John F. Kennedy High School part of?
John F. Kennedy High School is part of John F. Kennedy High School District.
In what neighborhood is John F. Kennedy High School located?
John F. Kennedy High School is located in the Fillmore neighborhood of New Orleans, LA. There are 3 other public schools located in Fillmore.
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