JOHN F. KENNEDY MIDDLE SCHOOL

John F. Kennedy Middle is a public middle school that is part of the Suffolk City Public Schools school district, located in Suffolk, VA with about 528 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 47 teachers, John F. Kennedy Middle 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 in Suffolk, Virginia, is a public middle school serving students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the Suffolk Public Schools district, the institution is committed to providing a comprehensive educational experience that bridges the gap between elementary and high school. The school focuses on fostering both academic growth and social-emotional development, utilizing a curriculum aligned with Virginia’s Standards of Learning to prepare students for the rigors of secondary education.

Beyond the classroom, John F. Kennedy Middle School places a strong emphasis on creating an inclusive and supportive school culture. The administration and faculty prioritize community involvement and encourage students to participate in a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, arts, and academic clubs. By maintaining a focus on character education and collaborative learning, the school aims to cultivate well-rounded students who are prepared to contribute positively to the broader Suffolk community.

For more information, contact John F. Kennedy Middle at (757) 934-6212 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2325 E Washington St
Suffolk, VA 23434
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JOHN F. KENNEDY MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in Suffolk, VA with about 528 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Virginia

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
528
Teachers:
47.7
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 528 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending JOHN F. KENNEDY MIDDLE SCHOOL is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 78% of the student body.

Black or African American
77.7%
White
14.2%
Hispanic/Latino
4.0%
Two or more races
3.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%
Asian
0.2%

Female
51.3%
Male
48.7%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.