Very Good
#1759 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 18% in state
John F. Kennedy High
High School · Los Angeles Unified
11254 Gothic Ave., Granada Hills, CA 91344
Enrollment
2,215
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
7.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,215
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
7.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,759 of 9,539
In Granada Hills
#4 of 14
public schools
In district
#189 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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John F. Kennedy High
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About John F. Kennedy High
John F. Kennedy High is a public high school in Granada Hills, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. John F.
Kennedy High serves approximately 2,215 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. John F. Kennedy High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,759 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for John F. Kennedy High show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
John F. Kennedy High is a large school: 2,215 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
Score Breakdown
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John F. Kennedy High — Students at John F. Kennedy High score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.5/10.
How John F. Kennedy High Compares
See how John F. Kennedy High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
11254 Gothic Ave., Granada Hills, CA 91344
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John F. Kennedy High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Valley Academy of Arts and Sciences (rated 7.5/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is JETS YESHIVAH (rated 6.2/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Jane Addams Continuation (rated 5.5/10, 0.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Granada Hills, see our Granada Hills schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91344 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$116,647
Median Home Value
$872,000
Median Rent
$2,276/mo
Population
53,248
College Educated
37.4%
Homeownership
72.1%
Avg Commute
33.8 min
Poverty Rate
6.9%
Median Age
43.5
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| Aliso Niguel High Aliso Viejo, CA | 7.9 |
| Aragon High San Mateo, CA | 7.9 |
| Benjamin Franklin Senior High Los Angeles, CA | 7.9 |
| Capistrano Valley High Mission Viejo, CA | 7.9 |
| Clovis High Clovis, CA | 7.9 |
| El Toro High Lake Forest, CA | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John F. Kennedy High
What grades does John F. Kennedy High serve?
John F. Kennedy High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend John F. Kennedy High?
John F. Kennedy High has an enrollment of approximately 2,215 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John F. Kennedy High?
The student-teacher ratio at John F. Kennedy High is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John F. Kennedy High rank in CA?
John F. Kennedy High ranks #1,759 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is John F. Kennedy High's MySchoolScout rating?
John F. Kennedy High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at John F. Kennedy High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John F. Kennedy High has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is John F. Kennedy High a charter school?
No, John F. Kennedy High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John F. Kennedy High a Title I school?
No, John F. Kennedy High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John F. Kennedy High?
67.7% of students at John F. Kennedy High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 2,215
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 117
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.8%
- Phone
- (818) 271-2900
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #189 of 769
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