JOHN F KENNEDY HIGH SCHOOL

BELLMORE-MERRICK CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT

www.bellmore-merrick.k12.ny.us/

1,043 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

John F. Kennedy High School, located in Bellmore, New York, is a prominent secondary institution within the Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District. Known for its strong commitment to academic excellence, the school offers a rigorous curriculum that includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, college-credit opportunities, and specialized programs designed to prepare students for higher education and professional success. Beyond academics, JFK is recognized for its vibrant extracurricular environment, featuring competitive athletic teams, award-winning fine and performing arts programs, and numerous student-led clubs that cater to a diverse range of interests.

The school is deeply integrated into the local Bellmore-Merrick community, fostering a supportive environment that emphasizes character development, civic responsibility, and inclusive school spirit. With a dedicated faculty and a focus on utilizing modern educational technology, John F. Kennedy High School aims to provide a comprehensive learning experience that balances high academic standards with social-emotional growth. Its graduates consistently go on to attend prestigious colleges and universities, reflecting the school’s long-standing reputation for academic preparation and student achievement.

1,043

Total Students

93.4

Full-Time Teachers

11.2

Student/Teacher Ratio

17.0%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for JOHN F KENNEDY HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic	Student Count
White	839
Hispanic	85
Black	33
Asian	71
Two or More	8
American Indian	4
Pacific Islander	3

White
839 (80.4 %)
Hispanic
85 (8.1 %)
Asian
71 (6.8 %)
Black
33 (3.2 %)
Two or More
8 (0.8 %)
American Indian
4 (0.4 %)
Pacific Islander
3 (0.3 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	BELLMORE-MERRICK CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone:	(516)992-1400
Website:	http://www.bellmore-merrick.k12.ny.us/
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,043
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	93.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	11.2
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	160
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	17

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 259

Grade 10 254

Grade 11 238

Grade 12 286

Ungraded 6