John F. Kennedy High School is a public high school in San Antonio, Texas and classified as a 4A school by the University Interscholastic League. It was established in 1963 and is part of the Edgewood Independent School District.
Serving 998 students in grades 9-12, John F Kennedy High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 4% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 998 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John F Kennedy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
John F Kennedy High School's student population of 998 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
998 students
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Year Founded
1963
Colors
White, Green
School Rankings
John F Kennedy High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John F Kennedy High School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8060 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
97%
54%
Black
2%
13%
White
1%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rocket
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John F Kennedy High School's ranking?
John F Kennedy High School is ranked #8060 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are John F Kennedy High School often compared to?
John F Kennedy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Memorial High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of John F Kennedy High School?
The graduation rate of John F Kennedy High School is 88%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend John F Kennedy High School?
998 students attend John F Kennedy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of John F Kennedy High School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John F Kennedy High School?
John F Kennedy High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does John F Kennedy High School offer ?
John F Kennedy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is John F Kennedy High School part of?
John F Kennedy High School is part of Edgewood Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is John F Kennedy High School located?
John F Kennedy High School is located in the Edgewood neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 28 other public schools located in Edgewood.
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