JOHN F KENNEDY SCHOOL
JOHN F KENNEDY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the GREAT NECK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in GREAT NECK, NY with about 454 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 54 teachers, JOHN F KENNEDY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 8:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
John F. Kennedy School is a distinguished elementary school located in Great Neck, New York, serving as part of the highly regarded Great Neck Public Schools district. Known for its commitment to academic excellence and student development, the school fosters a nurturing environment designed to meet the diverse intellectual and social-emotional needs of its young learners. The campus is integrated into a community that places a strong emphasis on education, providing students with a robust curriculum supported by dedicated faculty and staff.
Beyond its core academic program, the school prioritizes a well-rounded education, encouraging student participation in various extracurricular activities, arts, and enrichment programs. By emphasizing community values and collaborative learning, John F. Kennedy School aims to prepare its students for future success while cultivating curiosity and a love for lifelong learning. As a pillar of the Great Neck community, it maintains a strong partnership with families to ensure a supportive and inclusive educational experience for every child.
For more information, contact JOHN F KENNEDY SCHOOL at (516) 441-4200 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
GREAT NECK, NY 11024-1458
(516) 441-4200
http://www.greatneck.k12.ny.us
JOHN F KENNEDY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in GREAT NECK, NY with about 454 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New York
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- GREAT NECK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
- Total Students:
- 454
- Teachers:
- 54.2
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I targeted assistance school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 454 students
- White
- 67.6%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 18.9%
- Asian
- 11.2%
- Two or more races
- 1.3%
- Black or African American
- 0.9%
- Female
- 40.1%
- Male
- 59.9%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.