Serving 1,052 students in grades 6-8, John F. Kennedy Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,052 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John F. Kennedy Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
John F. Kennedy Middle School's student population of 1,052 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,052 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Motto
We are an 'A' School for the 22-23 School Year!
School Rankings
John F. Kennedy Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John F. Kennedy Middle School is 0.43, 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
#1286 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
21%
38%
Black
73%
21%
White
3%
34%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John F. Kennedy Middle School's ranking?
John F. Kennedy Middle School is ranked #1286 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are John F. Kennedy Middle School often compared to?
John F. Kennedy Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Miami Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend John F. Kennedy Middle School?
1,052 students attend John F. Kennedy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of John F. Kennedy Middle School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John F. Kennedy Middle School?
John F. Kennedy Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does John F. Kennedy Middle School offer ?
John F. Kennedy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is John F. Kennedy Middle School part of?
John F. Kennedy Middle School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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