Serving 937 students in grades 6-8, Kennedy Junior High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 937 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Kennedy Junior High School serves the eastern part of Lisle, IL, encompassing an area of approximately 8.1 square miles. Most students typically drive between 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.9 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kennedy Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kennedy Junior High School's student population of 937 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
937 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kennedy Junior High School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kennedy Junior High School is 0.64, 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
#36 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
42%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
42%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 18-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Mascot
Kennedy Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kennedy Junior High School's ranking?
Kennedy Junior High School is ranked #36 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Kennedy Junior High School often compared to?
Kennedy Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Jr High School, Washington Jr High School, Lincoln Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Kennedy Junior High School?
937 students attend Kennedy Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Kennedy Junior High School students are Asian, 42% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kennedy Junior High School?
Kennedy Junior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kennedy Junior High School offer ?
Kennedy Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Kennedy Junior High School part of?
Kennedy Junior High School is part of Naperville CUSD 203 School District.
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