Serving 759 students in grades 6-8, John F Kennedy Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 759 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John F Kennedy Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
John F Kennedy Middle School's student population of 759 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
759 students
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
John F Kennedy Middle School ranks within the top 10% 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 Middle School is 0.63, 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
#312 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
29%
10%
Hispanic
17%
31%
Black
n/a
15%
White
51%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John F Kennedy Middle School's ranking?
John F Kennedy Middle School is ranked #312 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are John F Kennedy Middle School often compared to?
John F Kennedy Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School, H B Mattlin Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend John F Kennedy Middle School?
759 students attend John F Kennedy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of John F Kennedy Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John F Kennedy Middle School?
John F Kennedy Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does John F Kennedy Middle School offer ?
John F Kennedy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John F Kennedy Middle School part of?
John F Kennedy Middle School is part of Bethpage Union Free School District.
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