John F. Kennedy High School is one of two public high schools located in Bloomington, Minnesota, United States. Named after former president John F. Kennedy, it was opened in 1965 due to the rapid growth of Bloomington at the time.
Serving 1,578 students in grades 9-12, Kennedy High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,578 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kennedy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Kennedy High School's student population of 1,578 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has grown by 78% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,578 students
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Year Founded
1965
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kennedy High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kennedy High School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1157 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
40%
12%
Black
23%
12%
White
23%
60%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.2%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kennedy High School's ranking?
Kennedy High School is ranked #1157 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Kennedy High School often compared to?
Kennedy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kennedy High School?
The graduation rate of Kennedy High School is 80%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Kennedy High School?
1,578 students attend Kennedy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Kennedy High School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 23% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kennedy High School?
Kennedy High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kennedy High School offer ?
Kennedy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kennedy High School part of?
Kennedy High School is part of Bloomington School District.
In what neighborhood is Kennedy High School located?
Kennedy High School is located in the East Bloomington neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 7 other public schools located in East Bloomington.
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