Plainview-Old Bethpage John F. Kennedy High School

Plainview-Old Bethpage John F. Kennedy High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
50 Kennedy Dr,  Plainview, NY
Plainview-Old Bethpage Central School District
3.8
2.2
1,604 Students
A+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Principal - Mr. James Murray
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Average SAT Score
1330
Average ACT Score
30
Math Proficiency
99%
Reading Proficiency
86%
Average GPA
3.66
Graduation Rate
99%

Niche Grade

A
Academics
A+
Teachers
A-
College Prep
A-
Administration
B+
Resources/Facilities
A-
Clubs and Activities
B
Sports
B
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.66
Reading Proficiency
86%
Math Proficiency
99%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers
145
Full Time Teachers
145
Teachers in First or Second Year
5.2%
College Prep
Average SAT
1330
Math
670
Verbal
650
Average ACT
30
Math
29
English
30
Reading
30
Science
29
Number of AP Courses
28
AP Pass Rate
80.6%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
High
Boys Athletic Participation
High

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
195:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.8%
Female
49.2%
White
62.3%
Asian or Pacific Islander
29.4%
Hispanic
6.7%
Two or more races
1.4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Black
<1%

School Rankings

#43 Best Public HS in New York
#61 Best Public HS Teachers in New York
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Binghamton University, SUNY 371 Students
Stony Brook University 260 Students
New York University 230 Students
Boston University 210 Students
Hofstra University 193 Students
Cornell University 183 Students
University at Buffalo, SUNY 157 Students
University of Delaware 155 Students
Northeastern University 148 Students
Syracuse University 147 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 210 Students
Biology 148 Students
Psychology 130 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 101 Students
Finance 85 Students
Marketing 82 Students
Computer Science 76 Students
Pre-Law Studies 67 Students
Nursing 62 Students
Political Science and Government 62 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 262 Reviews
4.0 Alum
3/13/2025
I was a quiet kid during my time at POBJFK. I felt comfortable in my smaller classes with specific teachers while other classes and teachers made me feel uncomfortable. I'd say it was a pretty typical high school experience for me.
5.0 Senior
3/8/2025
Plainview old Beth page John f Kennedy is a very good school. You never have to worry about students being included with how diverse the environment is, additionally, there are tons of resources in sports, extracurriculars, and education. One downside might be the fact that it does get a little boring in Plainview. But at least you can ensure stability for your education.
4.0 Junior
11/28/2024
I think that Plainview-Old Bethpage John F. Kennedy High School is a wonderful school. The academic program at this school is something i would definitely want to highlight. I think the teachers are also all for the most part great!
GreatSchools Reviews
2.2 5 Reviews
1.0 other
10/8/2024
This school will not support your children, especially if there slow learners or have any sort of difficulty understanding. Your kid will be outcasted by teachers to look stupid. Publicly scolding your children in fromt of class mates, unless your kid is in all ap and was born a scholar run the othe...
3.0 student
9/28/2011
I have an interesting perspective on JFK, as it became my first public school experience starting in 10th grade. This is surely not the best school on Long Island many teachers and staff members are uninspired (some I would even call unprofessional). There is a sense of apathy that seems to run thro...
1.0 student
4/17/2011
This school is appalling. Of it's staff, there are a very select amount who are genuinely concerned with the education of their students. The atmosphere has changed from open and education-oriented to conservative and test-based. Education is no longer about learning at this school, it's about test...
1.0 student
1/31/2011
This school is horrendous. There's a reason the students call it JFK, "jail for kids". The administration and teachers are a joke. I go to an ivy league school and will not give an ounce of credit for my achievements to any person associated with this poor excuse of a school. The teachers only care...

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Plainview-Old Bethpage John F. Kennedy High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Plainview, NY, in the Plainview neighborhood, and is served by the Plainview-Old Bethpage Central School District in New York. The school has a total enrollment of 1,604 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 12:1. Academic records show that 99% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 86% are proficient in reading. Plainview-Old Bethpage John F. Kennedy High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.66, the graduation rate is 99%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1330 and an ACT score of 30. The average home value in this area is $979,002. Discover additional schools in the area, like Bethpage Senior High School, Hicksville High School, Long Island Christian Academy, and more. Learn more about what Plainview has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Plainview-Old Bethpage John F. Kennedy High School.

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