Serving 1,060 students in grades 6-8, John F. Kennedy Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,060 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
John F. Kennedy Middle School's student population of 1,060 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,060 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
John F. Kennedy Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John F. Kennedy Middle School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#670 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
20%
29%
Black
7%
13%
White
67%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John F. Kennedy Middle School's ranking?
John F. Kennedy Middle School is ranked #670 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are John F. Kennedy Middle School often compared to?
John F. Kennedy Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carmen Arace Middle School, Sage Park Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend John F. Kennedy Middle School?
1,060 students attend John F. Kennedy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of John F. Kennedy Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of John F. Kennedy Middle School?
John F. Kennedy Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does John F. Kennedy Middle School offer ?
John F. Kennedy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is John F. Kennedy Middle School part of?
John F. Kennedy Middle School is part of Enfield School District.
In what neighborhood is John F. Kennedy Middle School located?
John F. Kennedy Middle School is located in the Southwood Acres neighborhood of Enfield, CT. There are 1 other public schools located in Southwood Acres.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - NS
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
Spring Break - NS
April 08, 2025 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break - NS
November 27, 2025 (Thursday)
Spring Break - NS
April 08, 2026 (Wednesday)
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