Needs Improvement
#7740 of 8,552 schools in TX
John F Kennedy H S
High School · EDGEWOOD ISD
1922 S GENERAL MCMULLEN DR, San Antonio, TX 78226
Enrollment
990
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
3.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
990
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
3.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,740 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#396 of 516
public schools
In district
#13 of 23
EDGEWOOD ISD
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About John F Kennedy H S
John F Kennedy H S is a public high school in San Antonio, TX, part of EDGEWOOD ISD. John F Kennedy H S serves approximately 990 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. John F Kennedy H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #7,740 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for John F Kennedy H S show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.2
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
86% of students at John F Kennedy H S 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 H S — Students at John F Kennedy H S score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 28 test records from TX 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: 4.0/10.
How John F Kennedy H S Compares
See how John F Kennedy H S 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
1922 S GENERAL MCMULLEN DR, San Antonio, TX 78226
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John F Kennedy H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. STEAM AT THE FINE ARTS ACADEMY (rated 5.6/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - SAN ANTONIO (rated 4.1/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, LEARN4LIFE (rated 1.3/10), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LEARN4LIFE San Antonio | 0.0 mi | 1.3 |
| BRENTWOOD MIDDLE San Antonio | 0.2 mi | 3.1 |
| ST JOHN BERCHMANS SCHOOL San Antonio | 0.4 mi | 5.0 |
| WINSTON INT OF EXCELLENCE San Antonio | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| COMPASS ROSE INGENUITY San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| GEORGE E KELLY EL San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| ALONSO S PERALES EL San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| LOWELL MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 2.5 |
| GARDENDALE PRE-K 4 SA EARLY LEARNING San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| SARAH S KING EL San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| CARVAJAL EL San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| RHODES MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 2.3 |
| TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - SAN ANTONIO San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 4.1 |
| LAS PALMAS LEADERSHIP SCHOOL FOR GIRLS San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| DWIGHT MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 4.8 |
| PRELUDE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| ALTERNATIVE CENTER San Antonio | 1.9 mi | — |
| STEAM AT THE FINE ARTS ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| JUBILEE - LAKE VIEW UNIVERSITY PREP San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| STORM EL San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 1.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78226 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$32,340
Median Home Value
$109,300
Median Rent
$1,014/mo
Population
6,907
College Educated
8.1%
Homeownership
37.8%
Avg Commute
31.7 min
Poverty Rate
32.5%
Median Age
30.8
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| DUNBAR H S Fort Worth, TX | 3.8 |
| H M KING H S Kingsville, TX | 3.8 |
| MERCEDES H S Mercedes, TX | 3.8 |
| TRAVIS EARLY COLLEGE H S Austin, TX | 3.8 |
| JUSTIN F KIMBALL H S Dallas, TX | 3.7 |
| LINCOLN HUMANITIES/COMMUNICATIONS MAGNET HIGH SCH Dallas, TX | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John F Kennedy H S
What grades does John F Kennedy H S serve?
John F Kennedy H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend John F Kennedy H S?
John F Kennedy H S has an enrollment of approximately 990 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John F Kennedy H S?
The student-teacher ratio at John F Kennedy H S is 15.7:1. 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 H S rank in TX?
John F Kennedy H S ranks #7,740 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is John F Kennedy H S's MySchoolScout rating?
John F Kennedy H S 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 H S?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John F Kennedy H S has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is John F Kennedy H S a charter school?
No, John F Kennedy H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John F Kennedy H S a Title I school?
No, John F Kennedy H S is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John F Kennedy H S?
93.2% of students at John F Kennedy H S 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 990
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 63
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 86.4%
- Phone
- (210) 898-4100
- 4-Year Graduation
- 90.0%
Resources & Links
District
EDGEWOOD ISD- District Enrollment
- 7,930
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,407
- District Rank
- #13 of 23
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