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#624 of 1,288 schools in LA
Top 48% in state
John F. Kennedy High School
High School · John F. Kennedy High School
6026 Paris Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70122
Enrollment
625
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
6.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
625
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
6.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Louisiana schools
#624 of 1,288
In New Orleans
#15 of 75
public schools
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About John F. Kennedy High School
John F. Kennedy High School is a public high school in New Orleans, LA, part of John F. Kennedy High School.
John F. Kennedy High School serves approximately 625 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. John F.
Kennedy High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #624 of 1,288 schools in LA. Structured state assessment records for John F. Kennedy High School show 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- LA avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at John F. Kennedy High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
John F. Kennedy High School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
54% of students at John F. Kennedy High School 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 High School — Students at John F. Kennedy High School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)
Based on 10 test records from LA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.9/10.
How John F. Kennedy High School Compares
See how John F. Kennedy High School 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
6026 Paris Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70122
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John F. Kennedy High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Benjamin Franklin High School (rated 8.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rooted School (rated 6.4/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, McDonogh 35 Senior High School (rated 5.7/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in New Orleans, see our New Orleans schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 70122 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,613
Median Home Value
$274,700
Median Rent
$1,196/mo
Population
35,318
College Educated
36.6%
Homeownership
58.7%
Avg Commute
21.9 min
Poverty Rate
21.2%
Median Age
41.1
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| Minden High School Minden, LA | 6.4 |
| Peabody Magnet High School Alexandria, LA | 6.4 |
| Albany High School Albany, LA | 6.5 |
| LOYOLA COLLEGE PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Shreveport, LA | 6.5 |
| Patterson High School Patterson, LA | 6.5 |
| ARCHBISHOP RUMMEL HIGH SCHOOL Metairie, LA | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John F. Kennedy High School
What grades does John F. Kennedy High School serve?
John F. Kennedy High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend John F. Kennedy High School?
John F. Kennedy High School has an enrollment of approximately 625 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John F. Kennedy High School?
The student-teacher ratio at John F. Kennedy High School is 13:1. 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 School rank in LA?
John F. Kennedy High School ranks #624 of 1,288 schools in LA.
What is John F. Kennedy High School's MySchoolScout rating?
John F. Kennedy High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John F. Kennedy High School has 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).
Is John F. Kennedy High School a charter school?
Yes, John F. Kennedy High School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is John F. Kennedy High School a Title I school?
No, John F. Kennedy High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John F. Kennedy High School?
86.1% of students at John F. Kennedy High 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 625
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Orleans Parish
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.8%
- Phone
- (504) 335-1935
- 4-Year Graduation
- 77.0%
Resources & Links
District
John F. Kennedy High School- District Enrollment
- 625
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,514
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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