John F Kennedy High School

John F Kennedy High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
2855 S Lamar St,  Denver, CO
Denver Public Schools
3.7
2.3
908 Students
C
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Average SAT Score
1030
Average ACT Score
22
Math Proficiency
12%
Reading Proficiency
27%
Average GPA
3.31
Graduation Rate
86%

Niche Grade

C
Academics
C
Teachers
C+
College Prep
C-
Administration
B
Resources/Facilities
C+
Clubs and Activities
B-
Sports
B
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.31
Reading Proficiency
27%
Math Proficiency
12%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers
54
Full Time Teachers
54
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
College Prep
Average SAT
1030
Math
510
Verbal
520
Average ACT
22
Math
22
English
22
Reading
23
Science
22
Number of AP Courses
2
AP Pass Rate
12.6%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Science
8.2%
State Average
30.7%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
295:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.8%
Female
48.2%
Hispanic
78.2%
White
10%
Asian or Pacific Islander
5.7%
Black
3%
Two or more races
2.2%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Metropolitan State University of Denver 257 Students
University of Colorado Denver 218 Students
Colorado State University 213 Students
University of Denver 141 Students
University of Colorado Boulder 137 Students
University of Northern Colorado 119 Students
Regis University 100 Students
Colorado Mesa University 91 Students
University of Colorado - Colorado Springs 90 Students
Community College of Denver 68 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 71 Students
Psychology 47 Students
Nursing 39 Students
Biology 35 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 33 Students
Criminology 25 Students
Computer Science 22 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 21 Students
Engineering 21 Students
Small Business Management 15 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.7 179 Reviews
2.0 Junior
2/27/2023
What I liked about John F. Kennedy was that the whole school's academic goals were achievable but there aren't many electives to participate in when choosing the following school year's schedule. Something I would like to see changed is how they treat the students because of how the freshmen act which is like little kids. So the admin and teachers treat sophomores, juniors, and seniors as these little kids which often makes them feel unseen.m
4.0 Senior
1/5/2022
My first year in co and at this school I'd say it's pretty comfortable I like the comfort ness but also miss my friends back home the athletic department is good too
4.0 Senior
3/10/2020
At John F. Kennedy High School, I really enjoyed the school spirit and how much involvement there was at this school because it has helped me become more opened about myself.
GreatSchools Reviews
2.3 7 Reviews
1.0 parent
5/8/2024
Choice enroll your kid out to basically anywhere else like everyone else does to a better school! Kids are vaping and doing drugs everywhere and they have no doors on bathrooms at this point because its so bad. How is that a place you want your kid to go? They had to even close bathrooms because the...
5.0 other
2/22/2024
The IB program is excellent. Admin is extremely supportive ensuring the success for students. Sports programs has improved over the last two years due to hiring of new coaches.
1.0 parent
10/31/2023
No school leadership that cares about parents or kids that we see. Our son was beaten up multiple times on school property and bullying is rampant and crushing. Feels like a very toxic school culture of drugs and gangs as the news reported five kids overdosed in the parking lot just last year and an...
5.0 parent
3/22/2017
I would like to thank John F. Kennedy's administration for the changes you are making. As a parent of a former student and a current student I feel more supported than ever. Also, my son is getting the support he needs in order to succeed personally and academically. Thank you for going extra mile f...

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John F Kennedy High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Denver, CO and is served by the Denver Public Schools in Colorado. The school has a total enrollment of 908 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Academic records show that 12% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 27% are proficient in reading. John F Kennedy High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C and a GreatSchools Rating of 3 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.31, the graduation rate is 86%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1030 and an ACT score of 22. The average home value in this area is $561,557. Discover additional schools in the area, like Mountview Youth Service Center, Summit Academy, Alameda International High School, and more. Learn more about what Denver has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near John F Kennedy High School.

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