Serving 1,720 students in grades 9-12, Kennedy High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,720 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 74% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kennedy High School's student population of 1,720 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,720 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kennedy High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kennedy High School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2493 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)13%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
81%
27%
Black
4%
17%
White
14%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
74%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
14%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kennedy High School's ranking?
Kennedy High School is ranked #2493 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kennedy High School?
The graduation rate of Kennedy High School is 74%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Kennedy High School?
1,720 students attend Kennedy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Kennedy High School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kennedy High School?
Kennedy High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kennedy High School offer ?
Kennedy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Kennedy High School part of?
Kennedy High School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Kennedy High School located?
Kennedy High School is located in the Garfield Ridge neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in Garfield Ridge.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School
June 12, 2025 (Thursday)
First Day of School
August 18, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
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