ROBERT F KENNEDY COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL
574 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Robert F. Kennedy Community High School, located in Flushing, Queens, is a public secondary school dedicated to fostering a supportive and academically rigorous environment for its diverse student body. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, aiming to prepare students for both college and career success through a curriculum that balances core academics with opportunities for personal growth and social responsibility. By leveraging its community-oriented name, the school prioritizes building strong relationships between students, faculty, and families to create an inclusive atmosphere where individual talents can thrive.
Beyond the classroom, the school is known for promoting civic engagement and critical thinking, reflecting the values of its namesake. Students are encouraged to participate in a variety of extracurricular activities, clubs, and sports that help develop leadership skills and a sense of belonging. With a focus on preparing youth to navigate the complexities of the modern world, Robert F. Kennedy Community High School serves as a vital educational anchor in the Flushing neighborhood, committed to helping every student reach their full potential.
Beyond the classroom, the school is known for promoting civic engagement and critical thinking, reflecting the values of its namesake. Students are encouraged to participate in a variety of extracurricular activities, clubs, and sports that help develop leadership skills and a sense of belonging. With a focus on preparing youth to navigate the complexities of the modern world, Robert F. Kennedy Community High School serves as a vital educational anchor in the Flushing neighborhood, committed to helping every student reach their full potential.
574
Total Students
39.6
Full-Time Teachers
14.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
82.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 58 |
| Hispanic | 255 |
| Black | 76 |
| Asian | 152 |
| Two or More | 22 |
| American Indian | 5 |
| Pacific Islander | 6 |
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Hispanic255 (44.4 %)
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Asian152 (26.5 %)
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Black76 (13.2 %)
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White58 (10.1 %)
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Two or More22 (3.8 %)
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Pacific Islander6 (1.0 %)
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American Indian5 (0.9 %)
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: | NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25 |
| Phone: | (718)969-5510 |
| Website: | http://www.rfkschools.org |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 574 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 39.6 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 14.5 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 437 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 38 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
169
Grade 10
137
Grade 11
129
Grade 12
137
Ungraded
2
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 169 |
| Grade 10 | 137 |
| Grade 11 | 129 |
| Grade 12 | 137 |
| Ungraded | 2 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 256 | 44.6% |
| Male | 318 | 55.4% |
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