Serving 917 students in grades 6-8, Kennedy Junior High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 917 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kennedy Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kennedy Junior High School's student population of 917 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
917 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kennedy Junior High School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kennedy Junior High School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#47 out of 3426 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)62%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
38%
6%
Hispanic
6%
28%
Black
3%
16%
White
47%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Kennedy Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kennedy Junior High School's ranking?
Kennedy Junior High School is ranked #47 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Kennedy Junior High School often compared to?
Kennedy Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Jr High School, Lincoln Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Kennedy Junior High School?
917 students attend Kennedy Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Kennedy Junior High School students are White, 38% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kennedy Junior High School?
Kennedy Junior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kennedy Junior High School offer ?
Kennedy Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Kennedy Junior High School part of?
Kennedy Junior High School is part of Naperville CUSD 203 School District.
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