Serving 431 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, John F Kennedy School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 431 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: John F. Kennedy School serves the northeast part of Ogdensburg, NY, covering an area of approximately 11.8 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John F Kennedy School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
John F Kennedy School's student population of 431 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
431 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
1901
School Calendar
School Rankings
John F Kennedy School ranks within the bottom 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 0.10, 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
#2876 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
1%
31%
White
95%
39%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
3%
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 #2876 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend John F Kennedy School?
431 students attend John F Kennedy School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of John F Kennedy School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John F Kennedy School?
John F Kennedy School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower 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-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John F Kennedy School part of?
John F Kennedy School is part of Ogdensburg City School District.
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