Excellent
#221 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 5% in state
John F Kennedy School
Elementary School · GREAT NECK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
1-A GRASSFIELD RD, Great Neck, NY 11024
Enrollment
446
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
446
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#221 of 4,742
In Great Neck
#7 of 9
public schools
In district
#7 of 10
GREAT NECK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.6 / 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 elementary school in Great Neck, NY, part of GREAT NECK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. John F Kennedy School serves approximately 446 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. John F Kennedy School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #221 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for John F Kennedy School show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 8.1
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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John F Kennedy School — Students at John F Kennedy School score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
24.2%
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: 8.6/10.
How John F Kennedy School Compares
See how John F Kennedy School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1-A GRASSFIELD RD, Great Neck, NY 11024
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John F Kennedy School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LAKEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PS 94 DAVID D PORTER (rated 9.2/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Little Neck), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, E M BAKER SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Great Neck, see our Great Neck schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11024 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$170,476
Median Home Value
$1,633,700
Median Rent
$2,467/mo
Population
8,821
College Educated
52.1%
Homeownership
81.9%
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
30.4
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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 5th.
How many students attend John F Kennedy School?
John F Kennedy School has an enrollment of approximately 446 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John F Kennedy School?
The student-teacher ratio at John F Kennedy 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 School rank in NY?
John F Kennedy School ranks #221 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is John F Kennedy School's MySchoolScout rating?
John F Kennedy School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
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?
24.2% 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 446
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 24.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.3%
- Phone
- (516) 441-4200
Resources & Links
District
GREAT NECK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 6,841
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $35,780
- District Rank
- #7 of 10
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