What grades does John F. Kennedy High School serve?

John F. Kennedy High School operates as a High school within the local district. The school serves families in the Waterbury area.

Where is John F. Kennedy High School located?

John F. Kennedy High School is a urban school in Waterbury, CT.

What is the student-teacher ratio at John F. Kennedy High School?

The student-teacher ratio at John F. Kennedy High School is 14.2:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Waterbury, CT?

Schools in Waterbury include John F. Kennedy High School and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Waterbury area.

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School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

1,391

Student:Teacher

14.2:1

Locale

Urban

District

Waterbury School District

Econ. Disadvantaged

82.8%

Phone

(203)574-8153

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

35-39%

Math Proficiency

15-19%

Graduation Rate

85%

Chronic Absenteeism

29.8%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

12 courses offered

105 students enrolled

Gifted & Talented

68 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

131 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

339 test takers

Athletics

5 sports, 12 teams

351 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1

Worse than average in CT

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

1,326

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

Social Workers

Nurses

School Resource Officers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$21,973

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$11,527

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$24,722

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 16%State 59%Local 25%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$656,749

+4.9% 1yr+43.0% 5yr

Bridgeport, CT metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

16.8%

Below 150% poverty line

6.5%

Unemployment rate

4.6%

Uninsured residents

9.8%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

4,139

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

3,769

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

1,483 (39%)

Other Health Impairment

617 (16%)

Autism

580 (15%)

Speech/Language Impairment

472 (13%)

Emotional Disturbance

203 (5%)

Intellectual Disability

136 (4%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

1,391

Current enrollment

Growing(+19% 5yr)

Frequently Asked Questions about John F. Kennedy High School

Enrollment at John F. Kennedy High School stands at 1,391 students. The school is a High institution in the local district.

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