Serving 882 students in grades 3-5, John F Kennedy Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 882 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 96% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: John F Kennedy Intermediate School's attendance zone covers the entire Deer Park, NY school district, encompassing approximately 5.9 square miles. Most students reside within a typical 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 1.4 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest edge being 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John F Kennedy Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
John F Kennedy Intermediate School's student population of 882 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
882 students
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
John F Kennedy Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% 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 Intermediate School is 0.76, which is more 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
#1967 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
96%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
21%
10%
Hispanic
34%
31%
Black
21%
15%
White
21%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John F Kennedy Intermediate School's ranking?
John F Kennedy Intermediate School is ranked #1967 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are John F Kennedy Intermediate School often compared to?
John F Kennedy Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tooker Avenue School, Robert Frost Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend John F Kennedy Intermediate School?
882 students attend John F Kennedy Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of John F Kennedy Intermediate School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Asian, 21% of students are Black, 21% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John F Kennedy Intermediate School?
John F Kennedy Intermediate School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does John F Kennedy Intermediate School offer ?
John F Kennedy Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John F Kennedy Intermediate School part of?
John F Kennedy Intermediate School is part of Deer Park Union Free School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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