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#176 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 4% in state

John F Kennedy Middle School

Middle School · BETHPAGE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

500 BROADWAY, Bethpage, NY 11714

Enrollment

749

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

8.8

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#176 of 4,742

In Bethpage

#2 of 6

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

BETHPAGE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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John F Kennedy Middle School

8.8/10

Middle School in Bethpage · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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9.1/10

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About John F Kennedy Middle School

John F Kennedy Middle School is a public middle school in Bethpage, NY, part of BETHPAGE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. John F Kennedy Middle School serves approximately 749 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. John F Kennedy Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #176 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for John F Kennedy Middle School show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.7 pts above NY schools
  • This school 8.8 · Excellent
  • NY avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.08 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics8.5Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency68.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency78.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+29.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+15.4 pts
Overall Proficiency74% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)61% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+12.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile78th
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$31,798
Chronic Absenteeism6.8%

John F Kennedy Middle School — Students at John F Kennedy Middle School score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

23.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 71.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 74.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.2% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
96%
ELA
91%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
84%
ELA
76%
2012
Math
46%
ELA
53%
2013
Math
61%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
73%
ELA
58%
2015
Math
84%
ELA
69%
2016
Math
76%
ELA
70%
2017
Math
82%
ELA
84%
2018
Math
81%
ELA
74%
2019
Math
81%
ELA
74%
2020*
Math
72%
ELA
81%
2021*
Math
58.5%
ELA
81.3%
2022
Math
68.8%
ELA
78.2%

* 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: 8.4/10.

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
8.8/10
96th percentile in NY
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
24%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
70 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
6.8%

Location

500 BROADWAY, Bethpage, NY 11714

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering John F Kennedy Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. H B MATTLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Plainview), with a very similar rating. Another option is PLAINVIEW-OLD BETHPAGE MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Plainview), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ISLAND TREES MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Levittown), a more accessible option. For more schools in Bethpage, see our Bethpage schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
BETHPAGE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Bethpage 0.5 mi 9.1
CHARLES CAMPAGNE SCHOOL Bethpage 0.6 mi 7.7
KRAMER LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plainview 1.1 mi 8.2
CENTRAL BOULEVARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bethpage 1.1 mi 6.6
PLAINEDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Bethpage 1.6 mi 7.0
VARIETY CHILD LEARNING CENTER Levittown 1.5 mi 6.9
PASADENA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plainview 1.7 mi 8.8
ISLAND TREES HIGH SCHOOL Levittown 2.1 mi 9.0
PLAINVIEW-OLD BETHPAGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Plainview 2.2 mi 8.6
MICHAEL F STOKES SCHOOL Levittown 1.9 mi 8.4
JOHN H WEST SCHOOL Bethpage 2.2 mi 6.1
ISLAND TREES MIDDLE SCHOOL Levittown 2.1 mi 7.8
HEBREW ACADEMY OF NASSAU-PLAINVIEW CAMPUS Plainview 2.3 mi 7.3
H B MATTLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Plainview 2.2 mi 8.7
OLD BETHPAGE SCHOOL Old Bethpage 1.9 mi 9.1
NORTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Farmingdale 1.8 mi 6.1
J FRED SPARKE SCHOOL Levittown 2.0 mi 8.6
THE REHABILITATION INSTITUTE - (TRI) Old Bethpage 2.0 mi
PLAINVIEW-OLD BETHPAGE/JFK HIGH SCHOOL Plainview 2.4 mi 9.3
STRATFORD ROAD SCHOOL Plainview 2.5 mi 9.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11714 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$123,679

Median Home Value

$586,400

Median Rent

$2,211/mo

Population

22,475

College Educated

40.8%

Homeownership

90.2%

Avg Commute

32.6 min

Poverty Rate

6.6%

Median Age

45.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
MANHASSET MIDDLE SCHOOL Manhasset, NY 8.8
MIDDLE VILLAGE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Middle Village, NY 8.8
NYC LAB MS FOR COLLABORATIVE STUDIES New York, NY 8.9
PAUL J GELINAS JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL East Setauket, NY 8.9
GREAT NECK NORTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Great Neck, NY 8.7
H B MATTLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Plainview, NY 8.7

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 6th through 8th.

How many students attend John F Kennedy Middle School?

John F Kennedy Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 749 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at John F Kennedy Middle School is 10.7:1. 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 NY?

John F Kennedy Middle School ranks #176 of 4,742 schools in NY.

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

John F Kennedy Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

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?

23.8% 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
57 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
749
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
70
Free/Reduced Lunch
23.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Nassau County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
6.8%

District

BETHPAGE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
3,083
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$31,798
District Rank
#2 of 5

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