Excellent
#1008 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 11% in state
John F. Kennedy Middle
Middle School · Redwood City Elementary
2521 Goodwin Ave., Redwood City, CA 93239
Enrollment
751
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
8.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
751
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
8.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,008 of 9,539
In Redwood City
#4 of 34
public schools
In district
#3 of 12
Redwood City Elementary
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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John F. Kennedy Middle
Middle School in Redwood City · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About John F. Kennedy Middle
John F. Kennedy Middle is a public middle school in Redwood City, CA, part of Redwood City Elementary. John F.
Kennedy Middle serves approximately 751 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. John F. Kennedy Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,008 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for John F. Kennedy Middle show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 7.9
- CA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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John F. Kennedy Middle — Students at John F. Kennedy Middle score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.1%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.
How John F. Kennedy Middle Compares
See how John F. Kennedy Middle 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
2521 Goodwin Ave., Redwood City, CA 93239
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John F. Kennedy Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. North Star Academy (rated 9.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, McKinley Institute of Technology (rated 6.2/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Redwood City, see our Redwood City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Henry Ford Elementary Redwood City | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| KUBO MONTESSORI Redwood City | 0.3 mi | — |
| Roosevelt Elementary Redwood City | 0.6 mi | 4.4 |
| ST PIUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Redwood City | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| St. Pius Elementary Redwood City | 0.6 mi | — |
| REDWOODS INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI HOUSE OF CHLDRN Redwood City | 0.8 mi | — |
| Weingarten Children's Center Redwood City | 0.8 mi | — |
| WEINGARTEN CHILDRENS CENTER Redwood City | 0.8 mi | — |
| Rocketship Redwood City Redwood City | 1.0 mi | 2.3 |
| Orion Alternative Redwood City | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Woodside High Woodside | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion Atherton | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Roy Cloud Elementary Redwood City | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Redwood City | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Redeemer Lutheran School Redwood City | 1.4 mi | — |
| North Star Academy Redwood City | 1.5 mi | 9.2 |
| McKinley Institute of Technology Redwood City | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| OUR LADY OF MT CARMEL SCHOOL Redwood City | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Sequoia High Redwood City | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| WINGS LEARNING CENTER Redwood City | 1.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93239 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,781
Median Home Value
$133,900
Median Rent
$1,063/mo
Population
1,349
College Educated
0%
Homeownership
16.4%
Poverty Rate
19.3%
Median Age
44.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John F. Kennedy Middle
What grades does John F. Kennedy Middle serve?
John F. Kennedy Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend John F. Kennedy Middle?
John F. Kennedy Middle has an enrollment of approximately 751 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John F. Kennedy Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at John F. Kennedy Middle is 17.5:1. 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 Middle rank in CA?
John F. Kennedy Middle ranks #1,008 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is John F. Kennedy Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
John F. Kennedy Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John F. Kennedy Middle has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is John F. Kennedy Middle a charter school?
No, John F. Kennedy Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John F. Kennedy Middle a Title I school?
No, John F. Kennedy Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John F. Kennedy Middle?
65.1% of students at John F. Kennedy Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 751
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- San Mateo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.7%
- Phone
- (650) 482-2409
Resources & Links
District
Redwood City Elementary- District Enrollment
- 6,332
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,911
- District Rank
- #3 of 12
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