Serving 447 students in grades 7-8, John F. Kennedy Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 447 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: John F. Kennedy Middle School serves the western part of Rockledge, FL, covering an area of approximately 66.5 square miles. Most students live within a typical 10-15 minute drive, with an average distance of about 5.1 miles to the school from the zone's edge and some living as far as 9.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John F. Kennedy Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
John F. Kennedy Middle School's student population of 447 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
447 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Motto
TO SERVE EVERY STUDENT WITH EXCELLENCE AS THE STANDARD
School Rankings
John F. Kennedy Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John F. Kennedy Middle School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#970 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
20%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
22%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
48%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John F. Kennedy Middle School's ranking?
John F. Kennedy Middle School is ranked #970 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are John F. Kennedy Middle School often compared to?
John F. Kennedy Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ronald Mcnair Magnet Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend John F. Kennedy Middle School?
447 students attend John F. Kennedy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of John F. Kennedy Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% 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 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does John F. Kennedy Middle School offer ?
John F. Kennedy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is John F. Kennedy Middle School part of?
John F. Kennedy Middle School is part of Brevard School District.
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