Serving 295 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, J. F. Kennedy School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 295 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
J. F. Kennedy School's student population of 295 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
295 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Colors
Excellence. Honor. Tradition.
School Calendar
School Rankings
J. F. Kennedy School ranks within the top 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J. F. Kennedy School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#446 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
26%
32%
Black
5%
12%
White
61%
46%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J. F. Kennedy School's ranking?
J. F. Kennedy School is ranked #446 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend J. F. Kennedy School?
295 students attend J. F. Kennedy School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of J. F. Kennedy School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J. F. Kennedy School?
J. F. Kennedy School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does J. F. Kennedy School offer ?
J. F. Kennedy School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is J. F. Kennedy School part of?
J. F. Kennedy School is part of Milford School District.
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