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#4496 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 47% in state
John F. Kennedy Junior High
Middle School · Hanford Elementary
PO Box 1067, Hanford, CA 93232
Enrollment
521
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
6.5
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
521
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
6.5
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,496 of 9,539
In Hanford
#10 of 26
public schools
In district
#6 of 11
Hanford Elementary
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John F. Kennedy Junior High
Middle School in Hanford · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About John F. Kennedy Junior High
John F. Kennedy Junior High is a public middle school in Hanford, CA, part of Hanford Elementary. John F.
Kennedy Junior High serves approximately 521 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 20:1 student-teacher ratio. John F. Kennedy Junior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,496 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for John F. Kennedy Junior High show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at John F. Kennedy Junior High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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John F. Kennedy Junior High — Students at John F. Kennedy Junior High score 31% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.2/10.
How John F. Kennedy Junior High Compares
See how John F. Kennedy Junior High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 1067, Hanford, CA 93232
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John F. Kennedy Junior High may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Woodrow Wilson Junior High (rated 7.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Pioneer Middle (rated 6.1/10, 2.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Hanford, see our Hanford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kings County Special Education Hanford | 0.1 mi | 3.4 |
| Lee Richmond Elementary Hanford | 0.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Hamilton Elementary Hanford | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| St. Rose-McCarthy Catholic Hanford | 0.9 mi | — |
| ST ROSE-MCCARTHY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Hanford | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Earl F. Johnson High (Continuation) Hanford | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Hanford High Hanford | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Hanford Community Day Hanford | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| George Washington Elementary Hanford | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Kings Valley Academy II Hanford | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Jefferson Academy Hanford | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Crossroads Charter Academy Armona | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Woodrow Wilson Junior High Hanford | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Lincoln Elementary Hanford | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Monroe Elementary Hanford | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| New Testament Baptist Schools Hanford | 1.8 mi | — |
| Hanford West High Hanford | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Hanford Online Charter Hanford | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Roosevelt Elementary Hanford | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Pioneer Middle Hanford | 2.5 mi | 6.1 |
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| Cardozo Middle Riverbank, CA | 6.5 |
| Curtis Middle San Bernardino, CA | 6.5 |
| Daniel Webster Middle Los Angeles, CA | 6.5 |
| Earlimart Middle Earlimart, CA | 6.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John F. Kennedy Junior High
What grades does John F. Kennedy Junior High serve?
John F. Kennedy Junior High serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend John F. Kennedy Junior High?
John F. Kennedy Junior High has an enrollment of approximately 521 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John F. Kennedy Junior High?
The student-teacher ratio at John F. Kennedy Junior High is 20:1. 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 Junior High rank in CA?
John F. Kennedy Junior High ranks #4,496 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is John F. Kennedy Junior High's MySchoolScout rating?
John F. Kennedy Junior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Junior High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John F. Kennedy Junior High has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is John F. Kennedy Junior High a charter school?
No, John F. Kennedy Junior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John F. Kennedy Junior High a Title I school?
No, John F. Kennedy Junior High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John F. Kennedy Junior High?
87.5% of students at John F. Kennedy Junior 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 521
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.8%
- Phone
- (559) 585-3850
Resources & Links
District
Hanford Elementary- District Enrollment
- 5,568
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,020
- District Rank
- #6 of 11
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