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#1498 of 1,786 schools in TN

John F. Kennedy Middle

Middle School · Davidson County

2087 Hobson PIKE, Antioch, TN 37013

Enrollment

907

Student-Teacher

18.1:1

Score

4.7

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,498 of 1,786

In Antioch

#14 of 21

public schools

In district

#110 of 154

Davidson County

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John F. Kennedy Middle

4.7/10

Middle School in Antioch · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Thomas A. Edison Elementary

6.1/10

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3.8/10

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About John F. Kennedy Middle

John F. Kennedy Middle is a public middle school in Antioch, TN, part of Davidson County. John F.

Kennedy Middle serves approximately 907 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 18.1:1 student-teacher ratio. John F. Kennedy Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,498 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for John F. Kennedy Middle show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.9
  • TN avg 6.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.2Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.9Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency19.1% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency13.1% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-20.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-27.7 pts
Overall Proficiency16% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-18.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile11th
Resources & Environment6.3Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,808
Chronic Absenteeism26.5%

John F. Kennedy Middle — Students at John F. Kennedy Middle score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 22.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 20.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 32 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
13%
ELA
30%
2010
Math
18%
ELA
31%
2011
Math
34%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2013
Math
31%
ELA
34%
2014
Math
39%
ELA
35%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
9%
ELA
13%
2017
Math
11%
ELA
13%
2018
Math
16%
ELA
11%
2019
Math
16%
ELA
11%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
8%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
8%
2022
Math
12.5%
ELA
13.1%
2025
Math
19.1%
ELA
13.1%

* 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: 5.2/10.

How John F. Kennedy Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
4.7/10
16th percentile in TN
Academic
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.2/10
Average
Environment
6.3/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
50 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.5%

Location

2087 Hobson PIKE, Antioch, TN 37013

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering John F. Kennedy Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. KIPP Antioch College Prep Middle (rated 7.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LaVergne Middle School (rated 4.5/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby La Vergne), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Apollo Middle (rated 3.9/10, 3.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Antioch, see our Antioch schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Thomas A. Edison Elementary Antioch 0.5 mi 6.1
Antioch High School Antioch 0.6 mi 3.8
KIPP Antioch College Prep Elementary Antioch 0.9 mi 7.8
KIPP Antioch College Prep Middle Antioch 0.9 mi 7.2
Mt. View Elementary Antioch 1.0 mi 6.4
Cane Ridge Elementary Antioch 1.4 mi 6.9
PRIEST LAKE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Antioch 1.9 mi
Smith Springs Elementary School Antioch 1.9 mi 7.9
Cane Ridge High School Antioch 2.0 mi 2.8
Lakeview Elementary Nashville 2.3 mi 6.5
Eagle View Elementary School Antioch 2.3 mi 7.4
Cambridge Early Learning Center Antioch 2.3 mi 3.7
Intrepid College Preparatory Charter School Antioch 2.5 mi 4.5
Rocketship Dream Community Prep Antioch 2.6 mi 5.8
Roy L Waldron Elementary Lavergne 2.9 mi 4.0
LaVergne Middle School La Vergne 2.9 mi 4.5
LaVergne Lake Elementary School Lavergne 3.0 mi 4.0
KA @ The Crossings Antioch 3.0 mi
The Academy at Hickory Hollow Antioch 3.2 mi 7.4
Apollo Middle Antioch 3.6 mi 3.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37013 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,233

Median Home Value

$294,000

Median Rent

$1,450/mo

Population

102,055

College Educated

29.8%

Homeownership

54.3%

Avg Commute

29.4 min

Poverty Rate

14.3%

Median Age

32.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about John F. Kennedy Middle

What grades does John F. Kennedy Middle serve?

John F. Kennedy Middle serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend John F. Kennedy Middle?

John F. Kennedy Middle has an enrollment of approximately 907 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at John F. Kennedy Middle is 18.1:1. 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 rank in TN?

John F. Kennedy Middle ranks #1,498 of 1,786 schools in TN.

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

John F. Kennedy Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, John F. Kennedy Middle has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is John F. Kennedy Middle a charter school?

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

Is John F. Kennedy Middle a Title I school?

No, John F. Kennedy Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
7 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
19 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
907
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
50
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Davidson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.5%

District

Davidson County
District Enrollment
80,468
Schools in District
162
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,808
District Rank
#110 of 154

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