Serving 600 students in grades 6-8, John F Kennedy Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 600 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John F Kennedy Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
John F Kennedy Middle School's student population of 600 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
600 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
John F Kennedy Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John F Kennedy Middle School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#678 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
33%
24%
Black
9%
10%
White
50%
54%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John F Kennedy Middle School's ranking?
John F Kennedy Middle School is ranked #678 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend John F Kennedy Middle School?
600 students attend John F Kennedy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of John F Kennedy Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of John F Kennedy Middle School?
John F Kennedy Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does John F Kennedy Middle School offer ?
John F Kennedy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is John F Kennedy Middle School part of?
John F Kennedy Middle School is part of Waltham School District.
In what neighborhood is John F Kennedy Middle School located?
John F Kennedy Middle School is located in the Piety Corner Historic District neighborhood of Waltham, MA. There are 2 other public schools located in Piety Corner Historic District.
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