Serving 1,405 students in grades 9-12, John F. Kennedy Memorial High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,405 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John F. Kennedy Memorial High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
John F. Kennedy Memorial High School's student population of 1,405 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 111 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,405 students
Total Classroom Teachers
111 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 25, 2026
School Rankings
John F. Kennedy Memorial High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John F. Kennedy Memorial High School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1210 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
48%
11%
Hispanic
28%
35%
Black
9%
14%
White
14%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Woodbridge Township School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustangs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John F. Kennedy Memorial High School's ranking?
John F. Kennedy Memorial High School is ranked #1210 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are John F. Kennedy Memorial High School often compared to?
John F. Kennedy Memorial High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodbridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of John F. Kennedy Memorial High School?
The graduation rate of John F. Kennedy Memorial High School is 91%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend John F. Kennedy Memorial High School?
1,405 students attend John F. Kennedy Memorial High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of John F. Kennedy Memorial High School students are Asian, 28% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John F. Kennedy Memorial High School?
John F. Kennedy Memorial High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does John F. Kennedy Memorial High School offer ?
John F. Kennedy Memorial High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is John F. Kennedy Memorial High School part of?
John F. Kennedy Memorial High School is part of Woodbridge Township School District.
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