Excellent

#42 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 1% in state

John F Kennedy High School

High School · BELLMORE-MERRICK CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT

3000 BELLMORE AVE, Bellmore, NY 11710

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

1,071

Student-Teacher

10.9:1

Score

9.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Enrollment

1,071

Student-Teacher

10.9:1

Score

9.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#42 of 4,742

In Bellmore

#1 of 7

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

BELLMORE-MERRICK CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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About John F Kennedy High School

John F Kennedy High School is a public high school in Bellmore, NY, part of BELLMORE-MERRICK CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT. John F Kennedy High School serves approximately 1,071 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. John F Kennedy High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #42 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for John F Kennedy High School show 97% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 98% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

What's said publicly about John F Kennedy High School

Sources: School's website Wikipedia

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026. Reviewed for accuracy.

John F. Kennedy High School is a public high school located in Bellmore, New York 2 . It is one of three high schools within the Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District 2 . The district also includes Sanford H. Calhoun High School and Wellington C. Mepham High School, as well as Meadowbrook Alternative Program 1 . Additionally, the district operates Grand Avenue Middle School and Merrick Avenue Middle School 1 . John F. Kennedy High School is ranked 29th in Best Public High Schools in New York 2 .

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How it comparesOn par with district

9.2

This school 9.2 · Excellent
District avg 9.2
NY avg 7.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics

Student Progress9.0Excellent25%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data13

Annual Change+0.25 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2021

TrendStable

Academics9.8Excellent25%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency99.5% (2021 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency98% (2021 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency99% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)64% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+34.7 pts

Adjusted Percentile96th

College Readiness8.8Excellent30%

Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.

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4-Year Graduation Rate97%

AP Participation45.9%

IB ProgramNo

Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio10.9:1

Per-Pupil Spending$31,449

Chronic Absenteeism15.6%

John F Kennedy High School — Students at John F Kennedy High School score 99% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

14.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 97.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 97.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)

School

State

N/A

Based on 26 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009

Math

99.5%

ELA

99.5%

2010

Math

98%

ELA

99.5%

2011

Math

97%

ELA

97%

2012

Math

98%

ELA

98%

2013

Math

79%

ELA

86%

2014

Math

99.5%

ELA

99.5%

2015

Math

98%

ELA

98%

2016

Math

99.5%

ELA

99.5%

2017

Math

99.5%

ELA

99.5%

2018

Math

99.5%

ELA

99.5%

2019

Math

99.5%

ELA

99.5%

2020*

Math

99.5%

ELA

98%

2021*

Math

99.5%

ELA

98%

* 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: 9.0/10.

How John F Kennedy High School Compares

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

Overall Score

9.2/10

99th percentile in NY

Academic

9.8/10

Excellent

Growth

9.0/10

Excellent

Environment

9.4/10

Excellent

AP Courses

State avg: 2.4

Advanced STEM

5/5

Subjects offered

Gifted & Talented

Yes

Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

14%

Teaching Staff

11:1 student-teacher ratio

98 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

15.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered

45.9% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22

Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered

Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

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

3000 BELLMORE AVE, Bellmore, NY 11710

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering John F Kennedy High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. WELLINGTON C MEPHAM HIGH SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, WANTAGH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Wantagh), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bellmore, see our Bellmore schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
REINHARD EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Bellmore	0.3 mi	555	5.2
SHORE ROAD SCHOOL Bellmore	0.4 mi	292	7.7
MANDALAY SCHOOL Wantagh	0.6 mi	305	7.0
WINTHROP AVENUE SCHOOL Bellmore	1.0 mi	289	8.6
ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON REGIONAL SCHOOL PK-8 Bellmore	1.0 mi	242	5.8
MARTIN AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bellmore	1.6 mi	324	7.1
SEAFORD HARBOR SCHOOL Seaford	1.4 mi	564	7.7
GRAND AVENUE MIDDLE SCHOOL Bellmore	1.6 mi	897	8.2
NORMAN J LEVY LAKESIDE SCHOOL Merrick	1.4 mi	636	8.1
WELLINGTON C MEPHAM HIGH SCHOOL Bellmore	1.9 mi	1,191	9.1
CHATTERTON SCHOOL Merrick	1.8 mi	453	8.0
FOREST LAKE SCHOOL Wantagh	2.2 mi	389	7.7
WANTAGH SCHOOL Wantagh	2.2 mi	682	6.3
GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Merrick	1.9 mi	120	8.5
NEWBRIDGE ROAD SCHOOL North Bellmore	2.3 mi	325	6.7
BIRCH SCHOOL Merrick	1.9 mi	594	8.2
PARK AVENUE SCHOOL North Merrick	2.4 mi	327	7.3
MERRICK AVENUE MIDDLE SCHOOL Merrick	2.2 mi	846	8.3
SAW MILL ROAD SCHOOL North Bellmore	2.6 mi	691	5.2
WANTAGH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Wantagh	2.7 mi	833	9.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11710 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$173,136

Median Home Value

$647,000

Median Rent

$2,495/mo

Population

34,459

College Educated

54%

Homeownership

90.7%

Avg Commute

36.5 min

Poverty Rate

3.3%

Median Age

41.4

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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 1,071 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at John F Kennedy High School is 10.9:1. 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 NY?

John F Kennedy High School ranks #42 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is John F Kennedy High School's MySchoolScout rating?

John F Kennedy High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 97% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 98% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is John F Kennedy High School a charter school?

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

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?

14.2% 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 30 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades: 9th – 12th
Enrollment: 1,071
Student-Teacher Ratio: 10.9:1
Teachers (FTE): 98
Free/Reduced Lunch: 14.2%
Type: regular
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Nassau County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23): 15.6%
Phone: (516) 992-1400
4-Year Graduation: 97.0%

Resources & Links

School Website ↗ Google Maps & Reviews ↗ GreatSchools Profile ↗ Niche Reviews ↗ Official NCES Data ↗

District

BELLMORE-MERRICK CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT

District Enrollment: 5,266
Schools in District: 5
Per-Pupil Spending: $31,449
District Rank: #2 of 5

Other Schools in This District

SANFORD H CALHOUN HIGH SCHOOL 9.2 WELLINGTON C MEPHAM HIGH SCHOOL 9.1 MERRICK AVENUE MIDDLE SCHOOL 8.3 GRAND AVENUE MIDDLE SCHOOL 8.2

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