Serving 1,273 students in grades 9-12, John F. Kennedy High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,273 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: John F. Kennedy High serves the southern part of its school district in Fremont, CA, covering an area of approximately 19.6 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of about 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.4 miles to the nearest edge and the furthest boundary located around 6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John F. Kennedy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
John F. Kennedy High School's student population of 1,273 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,273 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1965
School Calendar
School Rankings
John F. Kennedy High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John F. Kennedy High School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2310 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
40%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
39%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
11%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
95%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John F. Kennedy High School's ranking?
John F. Kennedy High School is ranked #2310 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are John F. Kennedy High School often compared to?
John F. Kennedy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Irvington High School, Washington High School, American High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of John F. Kennedy High School?
The graduation rate of John F. Kennedy High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend John F. Kennedy High School?
1,273 students attend John F. Kennedy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of John F. Kennedy High School students are Asian, 39% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John F. Kennedy High School?
John F. Kennedy High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does John F. Kennedy High School offer ?
John F. Kennedy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is John F. Kennedy High School part of?
John F. Kennedy High School is part of Fremont Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is John F. Kennedy High School located?
John F. Kennedy High School is located in the 28 Palms neighborhood of Fremont, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in 28 Palms.
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