School Overview
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.
695
Total Students
57.1
Full-Time Teachers
12.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
77.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for JOHN F KENNEDY MIDDLE SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White225
Hispanic132
Black168
Asian120
Two or More48
American Indian2
  • White
    225 (32.4 %)
  • Black
    168 (24.2 %)
  • Hispanic
    132 (19.0 %)
  • Asian
    120 (17.3 %)
  • Two or More
    48 (6.9 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: UTICA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone: (315)368-6641
Website: http://www.uticacsd.org
Grade Range: 7th - 8th
Total Students: 695
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 57.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 538
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 1
Grades Taught
Grade 7 347
Grade 8 348

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for JOHN F KENNEDY MIDDLE SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 7347
Grade 8348
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for JOHN F KENNEDY MIDDLE SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female37654.1%
Male31945.9%