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.
574
Total Students
39.6
Full-Time Teachers
14.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
82.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for ROBERT F KENNEDY COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White58
Hispanic255
Black76
Asian152
Two or More22
American Indian5
Pacific Islander6
  • Hispanic
    255 (44.4 %)
  • Asian
    152 (26.5 %)
  • Black
    76 (13.2 %)
  • White
    58 (10.1 %)
  • Two or More
    22 (3.8 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    6 (1.0 %)
  • American Indian
    5 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for ROBERT F KENNEDY COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 9169
Grade 10137
Grade 11129
Grade 12137
Ungraded2
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for ROBERT F KENNEDY COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female25644.6%
Male31855.4%
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