Serving 808 students in grades 6-8, John F. Kennedy Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 808 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: John F. Kennedy Middle serves the southeast area of Kettleman City, CA, covering approximately 14.3 square miles. Families typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.9 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:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
John F. Kennedy Middle School's student population of 808 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
808 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Welcome to John F. Kennedy Junior High School, the proud home of the Knights!
School Rankings
John F. Kennedy Middle School ranks within the top 50% 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 0.39, 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
#4568 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
77%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
14%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Knights
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John F. Kennedy Middle School's ranking?
John F. Kennedy Middle School is ranked #4568 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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 Cesar Chavez Ravenswood Middle School, Mckinley Institute Of Technology, Central Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend John F. Kennedy Middle School?
808 students attend John F. Kennedy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of John F. Kennedy Middle School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, 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 20:1, which is lower than 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 Redwood City Elementary School District.
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