Serving 884 students in grades 5-8, J F Kennedy Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 884 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J F Kennedy Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
J F Kennedy Middle School's student population of 884 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
884 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
J F Kennedy Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J F Kennedy Middle School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#261 out of 1631 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
7%
Hispanic
8%
24%
Black
1%
10%
White
73%
54%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J F Kennedy Middle School's ranking?
J F Kennedy Middle School is ranked #261 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are J F Kennedy Middle School often compared to?
J F Kennedy Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wilson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend J F Kennedy Middle School?
884 students attend J F Kennedy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of J F Kennedy Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of J F Kennedy Middle School?
J F Kennedy Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does J F Kennedy Middle School offer ?
J F Kennedy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is J F Kennedy Middle School part of?
J F Kennedy Middle School is part of Natick School District.
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