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John F. Kennedy Middle School

Middle School · BREVARD

2100 S FISKE BLVD, Rockledge, FL 32955

Enrollment

665

Student-Teacher

17.1:1

Score

5.8

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#2,202 of 3,778

In Rockledge

#3 of 6

public schools

In district

#61 of 105

BREVARD

School environment

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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John F. Kennedy Middle School

5.8/10

Middle School in Rockledge · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About John F. Kennedy Middle School

John F. Kennedy Middle School is a public middle school in Rockledge, FL, part of BREVARD. John F.

Kennedy Middle School serves approximately 665 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. John F. Kennedy Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,202 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for John F. Kennedy Middle School show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • FL avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.38 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.4Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43.5% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency59.5% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg-3.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+9.2 pts
Overall Proficiency52% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected-2.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile48th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,100
Chronic Absenteeism16.8%

John F. Kennedy Middle School — Students at John F. Kennedy Middle School score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

42.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 70.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
50.9% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 65.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
50.5% (2024 FAST)

Based on 32 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
81%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
74%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
68%
2012
Math
74%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
66%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
64%
2015
Math
86%
ELA
66%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
75%
ELA
61%
2018
Math
76%
ELA
65%
2019
Math
76%
ELA
65%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
59%
2021*
Math
67%
ELA
59%
2022
Math
63.1%
ELA
55.4%
2024
Math
43.5%
ELA
59.5%

* 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: 4.1/10.

How John F. Kennedy Middle School Compares

See how John F. Kennedy Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
42th percentile in FL
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
42%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2100 S FISKE BLVD, Rockledge, FL 32955

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering John F. Kennedy Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ST MARK'S EPISCOPAL ACADEMY (rated 7.7/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Cocoa), which scores notably higher. Another option is MERRITT ISLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Merritt Island), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ROCKLEDGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rockledge, see our Rockledge schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
SHINING STARR LEARNING ACADEMY INC. Rockledge 0.1 mi
ROCKLEDGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rockledge 0.2 mi 7.3
GOLFVIEW ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL Rockledge 0.9 mi 6.0
EDUCATORS INC PRIVATE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Rockledge 0.8 mi 5.4
TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH & SCHOOL Rockledge 1.1 mi 6.9
HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rockledge 1.1 mi 5.4
MONTESSORI BILINGUAL ACADEMY Rockledge 1.4 mi
RONALD MCNAIR MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL Rockledge 1.6 mi 4.8
ROCKLEDGE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Rockledge 1.5 mi 5.5
EMMA JEWEL CHARTER ACADEMY Cocoa 1.8 mi 6.8
CREATIVE LEARNING Cocoa 2.2 mi
BEHAVIOR EDUCATION CENTER Cocoa 2.2 mi
RFM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cocoa 2.3 mi 5.8
ST MARK'S EPISCOPAL ACADEMY Cocoa 2.2 mi 7.7
ENDEAVOUR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cocoa 3.0 mi 3.8
TROPICAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Merritt Island 3.0 mi 6.2
RFM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY COCO2 Cocoa 3.4 mi 5.8
MERRITT ISLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Merritt Island 3.2 mi 7.5
RALPH M WILLIAMS JUNIOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rockledge 3.4 mi 6.5
BREVARD VIRTUAL FRANCHISE Cocoa 3.6 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 32955 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$85,133

Median Home Value

$327,000

Median Rent

$1,656/mo

Population

40,413

College Educated

38.1%

Homeownership

77.3%

Avg Commute

25.4 min

Poverty Rate

6.1%

Median Age

47.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about John F. Kennedy Middle School

What grades does John F. Kennedy Middle School serve?

John F. Kennedy Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend John F. Kennedy Middle School?

John F. Kennedy Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 665 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at John F. Kennedy Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at John F. Kennedy Middle School is 17.1:1. 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 School rank in FL?

John F. Kennedy Middle School ranks #2,202 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is John F. Kennedy Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

John F. Kennedy Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, John F. Kennedy Middle School has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is John F. Kennedy Middle School a charter school?

No, John F. Kennedy Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is John F. Kennedy Middle School a Title I school?

No, John F. Kennedy Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John F. Kennedy Middle School?

42.3% of students at John F. Kennedy Middle School 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
38 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
29 Some Transit
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
665
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
42.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Brevard County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.8%

District

BREVARD
District Enrollment
73,810
Schools in District
109
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,100
District Rank
#61 of 105

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