JOHN F KENNEDY HIGH SCHOOL

John F Kennedy High School is a public high school that is part of the Cedar Rapids Comm School District school district, located in Cedar Rapids, IA with about 1,795 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 92 teachers, John F Kennedy High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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 High School, located at 4545 Wenig Road NE in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, is a prominent secondary institution within the Cedar Rapids Community School District. Serving a diverse student body, the school is known for fostering an environment that balances rigorous academic standards with a wide array of extracurricular opportunities. It is deeply integrated into the local community, emphasizing the development of well-rounded citizens through its commitment to excellence in education, athletics, and the arts.

The school’s curriculum is designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether they intend to pursue higher education, enter the workforce, or enlist in the military. Beyond the standard core subjects, Kennedy High School offers various advanced placement courses, career-technical programs, and specialized electives. By maintaining a focus on school spirit and student engagement, the institution aims to create a supportive culture where students are encouraged to achieve their personal best while contributing positively to the broader Cedar Rapids community.

For more information, contact John F Kennedy High School at (319) 558-2251 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

4545 Wenig RD NE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
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JOHN F KENNEDY HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Cedar Rapids, IA with about 1,795 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Iowa

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
1,795
Teachers:
92.98
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
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Supplemental Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 1,795 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending JOHN F KENNEDY HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 78% of the student body.

White
78.3%
Black or African American
7.9%
Hispanic/Latino
5.3%
Two or more races
4.6%
Asian
3.7%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
50.2%
Male
49.8%

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.