Serving 348 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, John F Kennedy School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
John F Kennedy School's student population of 348 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
348 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1965
School Calendar
School Motto
We're On Our Way With J.F.K.
School Rankings
John F Kennedy School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John F Kennedy School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1892 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John F Kennedy School's ranking?
John F Kennedy School is ranked #1892 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend John F Kennedy School?
348 students attend John F Kennedy School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of John F Kennedy School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John F Kennedy School?
John F Kennedy School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does John F Kennedy School offer ?
John F Kennedy School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John F Kennedy School part of?
John F Kennedy School is part of West Babylon Union Free School District.
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