JOHN F KENNEDY MIDDLE SCHOOL

JOHN F KENNEDY MIDDLE SCHOOL is a Title I public middle school that is part of the UTICA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in UTICA, NY with about 680 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 57 teachers, JOHN F KENNEDY MIDDLE SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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 Middle School, located at 500 Deerfield Drive East in Utica, New York, is a key component of the Utica City School District. Serving students in the middle school grades, the institution is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with social and emotional development. As part of a diverse urban district, the school works to provide a comprehensive educational experience that prepares students for the challenges of high school and beyond, utilizing the district's resources to support a wide range of learner needs.

The school operates under the broader mission of the Utica City School District, which emphasizes equity, community engagement, and the pursuit of excellence for all students. By leveraging its official web presence at [uticacsd.org](http://www.uticacsd.org), the school maintains transparent communication with families, providing access to essential information such as curriculum standards, extracurricular activities, and district-wide policies. Through its programming and staff initiatives, John F. Kennedy Middle School strives to create a supportive community that encourages students to become active, responsible, and successful members of the Utica area.

For more information, contact JOHN F KENNEDY MIDDLE SCHOOL at (315) 368-6641 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.