Serving 1,394 students in grades 9-12, Robert F. Kennedy High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,394 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert F. Kennedy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Robert F. Kennedy High School's student population of 1,394 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,394 students
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
School Rankings
Robert F. Kennedy High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert F. Kennedy High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3974 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
92%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
1%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert F. Kennedy High School's ranking?
Robert F. Kennedy High School is ranked #3974 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Robert F. Kennedy High School often compared to?
Robert F. Kennedy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shafter High School, Cesar E. Chavez High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Robert F. Kennedy High School?
The graduation rate of Robert F. Kennedy High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Robert F. Kennedy High School?
1,394 students attend Robert F. Kennedy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Robert F. Kennedy High School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Robert F. Kennedy High School?
Robert F. Kennedy High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Robert F. Kennedy High School offer ?
Robert F. Kennedy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Robert F. Kennedy High School part of?
Robert F. Kennedy High School is part of Delano Joint Union High School District.
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