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#1708 of 2,466 schools in NJ
John F. Kennedy School
School · Newark Public School District
311 S TENTH ST, Newark, NJ 07103
Enrollment
109
Student-Teacher
5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
109
Student-Teacher
5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,708 of 2,466
In Newark
#52 of 80
public schools
In district
#40 of 63
Newark Public School District
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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John F. Kennedy School
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About John F. Kennedy School
John F. Kennedy School is a public school in Newark, NJ, part of Newark Public School District. John F.
Kennedy School serves approximately 109 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 5:1 student-teacher ratio. John F. Kennedy School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,708 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for John F. Kennedy School show 30% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- NJ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 109 students, John F. Kennedy School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 5:1 students to teachers, John F. Kennedy School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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John F. Kennedy School — Students at John F. Kennedy School score 30% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores NJ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 1 test record from NJ state assessments. About our data
How John F. Kennedy School Compares
See how John F. Kennedy School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
311 S TENTH ST, Newark, NJ 07103
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John F. Kennedy School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Michelle Obama Elementary School (rated 9.8/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sir Isaac Newton Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bard Early College High School (rated 8.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Newark, see our Newark schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Thirteenth Avenue School Newark | 0.1 mi | 5.8 |
| West Side High School Newark | 0.2 mi | 3.4 |
| Michelle Obama Elementary School Newark | 0.2 mi | 9.8 |
| LEAD Charter School Newark | 0.4 mi | 3.0 |
| Camden Street Elementary School Newark | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Harriet Tubman Elementary School Newark | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Bard Early College High School Newark | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Essex County Donald M. Payne Sr. School of Technology Newark | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Grover Cleveland Elementary School Newark | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Sir Isaac Newton Elementary School Newark | 0.7 mi | 8.7 |
| New Horizons Community Charter School Newark | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| South 17th Street School Newark | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Dionne Warwick Institute East Orange | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| ST VINCENT ACADEMY Newark | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Fourteenth Avenue School Newark | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Newark Vocational High School Newark | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Sussex Avenue School Newark | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Roseville Community Charter School Newark | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Central High School Newark | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Philip's Academy Charter School Newark | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07103 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,397
Median Home Value
$259,300
Median Rent
$1,289/mo
Population
36,733
College Educated
20.6%
Homeownership
23.4%
Avg Commute
31.6 min
Poverty Rate
31.6%
Median Age
31.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| JARDINE ACADEMY Cranford, NJ | 5.7 |
| NJ Regional Day School - Newark Newark, NJ | 5.7 |
| Academy Learning Center Monroe Township, NJ | 5.9 |
| Developmental Learning Center New Providence New Providence, NJ | 5.9 |
| Developmental Learning Center Warren Warren, NJ | 5.9 |
| SCICORE ACADEMY Highstown, NJ | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John F. Kennedy School
What grades does John F. Kennedy School serve?
John F. Kennedy School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend John F. Kennedy School?
John F. Kennedy School has an enrollment of approximately 109 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John F. Kennedy School?
The student-teacher ratio at John F. Kennedy School is 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 School rank in NJ?
John F. Kennedy School ranks #1,708 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is John F. Kennedy School's MySchoolScout rating?
John F. Kennedy School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John F. Kennedy School has 30% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts).
Is John F. Kennedy School a charter school?
No, John F. Kennedy School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John F. Kennedy School a Title I school?
No, John F. Kennedy School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John F. Kennedy School?
72.5% of students at John F. Kennedy 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 109
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.5%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Essex County
- Phone
- (973) 733-6788
Resources & Links
District
Newark Public School District- District Enrollment
- 42,791
- Schools in District
- 64
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,680
- District Rank
- #40 of 63
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