John F. Kennedy Middle School

1071 South Main St.
Plantsville, CT 06479

www.southingtonschools.org/our_schools/john_f__kennedy/index.html

699 Students

Middle School 6th - 8th

School Overview

John F. Kennedy Middle School (JFK), located in the Plantsville section of Southington, Connecticut, is one of two middle schools serving the Southington Public Schools district. The school provides a comprehensive educational program for students in grades 6 through 8, focusing on academic rigor, social-emotional development, and the transition from elementary school to the high school level. With a commitment to fostering a supportive community, JFK offers a diverse curriculum that includes core subjects alongside various exploratory and elective opportunities designed to help students discover their interests and talents.

Beyond its academic offerings, the school emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience through a wide range of extracurricular activities, including interscholastic athletics, music programs, and various student-led clubs. The school’s administration and faculty prioritize a collaborative environment, encouraging parental involvement and clear communication to ensure student success. By maintaining a balance between high standards and student-centered support, John F. Kennedy Middle School serves as a vital component of the Southington educational community, dedicated to preparing students for the challenges of secondary education and beyond.

699

Total Students

60.1

Full-Time Teachers

11.6

Student/Teacher Ratio

24.6%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for John F. Kennedy Middle School
Demographic	Student Count
White	536
Hispanic	80
Black	16
Asian	35
Two or More	31
Pacific Islander	1

White
536 (76.7 %)
Hispanic
80 (11.4 %)
Asian
35 (5.0 %)
Two or More
31 (4.4 %)
Black
16 (2.3 %)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.1 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Middle School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Southington School District
Phone:	(860)628-3275
Website:	http://www.southingtonschools.org/our_schools/john_f__kennedy/index.html
Grade Range:	6th - 8th
Total Students:	699
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	60.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	11.6
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	133
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	39

* 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 6 204

Grade 7 233

Grade 8 262