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#4359 of 4,742 schools in NY
John F Kennedy Middle School
Middle School · CHEEKTOWAGA-SLOAN UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
305 CAYUGA CREEK RD, Cheektowaga, NY 14227
Enrollment
282
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
3.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
282
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
3.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,359 of 4,742
In Cheektowaga
#11 of 13
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
CHEEKTOWAGA-SLOAN UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
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John F Kennedy Middle School
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About John F Kennedy Middle School
John F Kennedy Middle School is a public middle school in Cheektowaga, NY, part of CHEEKTOWAGA-SLOAN UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. John F Kennedy Middle School serves approximately 282 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. John F Kennedy Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #4,359 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for John F Kennedy Middle School show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, John F Kennedy Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
36% of students at John F Kennedy Middle 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 Middle School — Students at John F Kennedy Middle School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
55.7%
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: 2.4/10.
How John F Kennedy Middle School Compares
See how John F Kennedy Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
305 CAYUGA CREEK RD, Cheektowaga, NY 14227
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John F Kennedy Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.0/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby West Seneca), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHEEKTOWAGA MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 3.7/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Cheektowaga, see our Cheektowaga schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14227 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,349
Median Home Value
$190,400
Median Rent
$1,084/mo
Population
21,669
College Educated
25.9%
Homeownership
66.1%
Avg Commute
20.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.6%
Median Age
46.9
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| MS 113 RONALD EDMONDS LEARNING CENTER Brooklyn, NY | 3.8 |
| SENECA FALLS MIDDLE SCHOOL Seneca Falls, NY | 3.8 |
| VERNON-VERONA-SHERRILL MIDDLE SCHOOL Verona, NY | 3.8 |
| EDMUND W GORDON BROOKLYN LABORATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 3.9 |
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| SOUTH BRONX EARLY COLLEGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 3.9 |
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 282 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John F Kennedy Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at John F Kennedy Middle School is 9.7:1. 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 #4,359 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 3.8 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 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% 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?
55.7% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 282
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 55.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Erie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.5%
- Phone
- (716) 897-7300
Resources & Links
District
CHEEKTOWAGA-SLOAN UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,342
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,232
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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