Serving 659 students in grades 6-8, John F. Kennedy Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut 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 Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher 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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 659 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: John F. Kennedy Middle School serves the southwest part of Plantsville, CT, covering an area of approximately 15.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
John F. Kennedy Middle School's student population of 659 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
659 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1964
Campus Size
11 acres
School Motto
Students engage in a range of educational experiences to become informed, adaptive, problem solvers who effectively communicate, rise to challenges, and are committed to improve themselves and their communities.
School Rankings
John F. Kennedy Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John F. Kennedy Middle School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#361 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.9%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is John F. Kennedy Middle School's ranking?
John F. Kennedy Middle School is ranked #361 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 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 Cromwell Middle School, Academy Of Science And Innovation 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 41% CT state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend John F. Kennedy Middle School?
659 students attend John F. Kennedy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of John F. Kennedy Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John F. Kennedy Middle School part of?
John F. Kennedy Middle School is part of Southington School District.
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