Serving 880 students in grades 6-8, John F. Kennedy Middle School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 91% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (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 90% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 880 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 91% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: John F. Kennedy Middle School serves a central area in Cupertino, CA, covering approximately 10 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John F. Kennedy Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
John F. Kennedy Middle School's student population of 880 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
880 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1963
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
John F. Kennedy Middle School ranks within the top 1% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John F. Kennedy Middle School is 0.36, which is less 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
#34 out of 9523 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
79%
12%
Hispanic
4%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
10%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougar
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John F. Kennedy Middle School's ranking?
John F. Kennedy Middle School is ranked #34 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What schools are John F. Kennedy Middle School often compared to?
John F. Kennedy Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sam H. Lawson Middle School, Joaquin Miller Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
91% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend John F. Kennedy Middle School?
880 students attend John F. Kennedy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of John F. Kennedy Middle School students are Asian, 10% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John F. Kennedy Middle School?
John F. Kennedy Middle 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 Middle School offer ?
John F. Kennedy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is John F. Kennedy Middle School part of?
John F. Kennedy Middle School is part of Cupertino Union School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
April 12, 2027 (Monday)
Spring Break
April 13, 2027 (Tuesday)
Spring Break
April 14, 2027 (Wednesday)
Spring Break
April 15, 2027 (Thursday)
Spring Break
April 16, 2027 (Friday)
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