JOHN F KENNEDY SCHOOL
359 Students
Elementary School K - 4th
School Overview
John F. Kennedy Elementary School, located on Gross Street in Kingston, New York, serves as a key component of the Kingston City School District. The school provides a foundational educational environment for students in the local community, focusing on academic development, social-emotional growth, and preparing children for their transition to higher grade levels. As part of a larger urban-suburban school district, the school benefits from the district's broader resources, curriculum standards, and commitment to fostering a supportive learning atmosphere.
Beyond its academic mission, John F. Kennedy Elementary plays a significant role in the Kingston community by acting as a hub for student engagement and family involvement. The school utilizes the district’s infrastructure to offer a variety of programs aimed at meeting the diverse needs of its student body. For those seeking detailed information on school policies, academic calendars, or district-wide initiatives, the Kingston City School District maintains an active web presence at [www.kingstoncityschools.org](http://www.kingstoncityschools.org), which serves as the primary resource for parents and community members to stay connected with school operations.
Beyond its academic mission, John F. Kennedy Elementary plays a significant role in the Kingston community by acting as a hub for student engagement and family involvement. The school utilizes the district’s infrastructure to offer a variety of programs aimed at meeting the diverse needs of its student body. For those seeking detailed information on school policies, academic calendars, or district-wide initiatives, the Kingston City School District maintains an active web presence at [www.kingstoncityschools.org](http://www.kingstoncityschools.org), which serves as the primary resource for parents and community members to stay connected with school operations.
359
Total Students
34.1
Full-Time Teachers
10.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
59.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 117 |
| Hispanic | 86 |
| Black | 76 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More | 75 |
| American Indian | 1 |
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White117 (32.6 %)
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Hispanic86 (24.0 %)
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Black76 (21.2 %)
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Two or More75 (20.9 %)
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Asian4 (1.1 %)
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American Indian1 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | KINGSTON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT |
| Phone: | (845)331-3174 |
| Website: | http://www.kingstoncityschools.org |
| Grade Range: | K - 4th |
| Total Students: | 359 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 34.1 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 10.5 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 212 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
88
Grade 1
71
Grade 2
64
Grade 3
83
Grade 4
53
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 88 |
| Grade 1 | 71 |
| Grade 2 | 64 |
| Grade 3 | 83 |
| Grade 4 | 53 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 170 | 47.4% |
| Male | 189 | 52.6% |
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