Very Good
#1600 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 34% in state
John F Kennedy Intermediate School
Elementary School · DEER PARK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
101 LAKE AVE, Deer Park, NY 11729
Enrollment
839
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
7.1
Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
839
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
7.1
Grades
3rd – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,600 of 4,742
In Deer Park
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
DEER PARK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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John F Kennedy Intermediate School
Elementary School in Deer Park · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About John F Kennedy Intermediate School
John F Kennedy Intermediate School is a public elementary school in Deer Park, NY, part of DEER PARK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. John F Kennedy Intermediate School serves approximately 839 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. John F Kennedy Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,600 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for John F Kennedy Intermediate School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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John F Kennedy Intermediate School — Students at John F Kennedy Intermediate School score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.6/10.
How John F Kennedy Intermediate School Compares
See how John F Kennedy Intermediate School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
101 LAKE AVE, Deer Park, NY 11729
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John F Kennedy Intermediate School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PAUMANOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Dix Hills), which scores slightly higher. Another option is OTSEGO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Dix Hills), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MAY MOORE PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Deer Park, see our Deer Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11729 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$138,350
Median Home Value
$496,100
Median Rent
$1,889/mo
Population
26,647
College Educated
36.1%
Homeownership
84.6%
Avg Commute
32.3 min
Poverty Rate
4.7%
Median Age
42.2
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| CLARA H CARLSON SCHOOL Elmont, NY | 7.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John F Kennedy Intermediate School
What grades does John F Kennedy Intermediate School serve?
John F Kennedy Intermediate School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.
How many students attend John F Kennedy Intermediate School?
John F Kennedy Intermediate School has an enrollment of approximately 839 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John F Kennedy Intermediate School?
The student-teacher ratio at John F Kennedy Intermediate School is 10.5:1. 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 Intermediate School rank in NY?
John F Kennedy Intermediate School ranks #1,600 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is John F Kennedy Intermediate School's MySchoolScout rating?
John F Kennedy Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Intermediate School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John F Kennedy Intermediate School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is John F Kennedy Intermediate School a charter school?
No, John F Kennedy Intermediate School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John F Kennedy Intermediate School a Title I school?
No, John F Kennedy Intermediate School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John F Kennedy Intermediate School?
49.3% of students at John F Kennedy Intermediate 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
- 3rd – 5th
- Enrollment
- 839
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 80
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.5%
- Phone
- (631) 274-4310
Resources & Links
District
DEER PARK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 4,074
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,403
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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