Serving 912 students in grades 6-8, John F Kennedy Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 912 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: John F Kennedy Middle School serves the northeast part of Plainfield, IL, covering an area of approximately 15.1 square miles. Families within this attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 3.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John F Kennedy Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
John F Kennedy Middle School's student population of 912 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
912 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
John F Kennedy Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John F Kennedy Middle School is 0.76, which is more 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
#1085 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
15%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
36%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John F Kennedy Middle School's ranking?
John F Kennedy Middle School is ranked #1085 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend John F Kennedy Middle School?
912 students attend John F Kennedy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of John F Kennedy Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 15% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John F Kennedy Middle School?
John F Kennedy Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
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 Plainfield SD 202 School District.
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