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.
359
Total Students
34.1
Full-Time Teachers
10.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
59.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for JOHN F KENNEDY SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White117
Hispanic86
Black76
Asian4
Two or More75
American Indian1
  • White
    117 (32.6 %)
  • Hispanic
    86 (24.0 %)
  • Black
    76 (21.2 %)
  • Two or More
    75 (20.9 %)
  • Asian
    4 (1.1 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for JOHN F KENNEDY SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten88
Grade 171
Grade 264
Grade 383
Grade 453
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for JOHN F KENNEDY SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female17047.4%
Male18952.6%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)