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John F. Kennedy High

Sacramento City Unified · Sacramento County · 6715 Gloria Drive, Sacramento, CA 95831-2008

(916) 395-5090

3/10
#903
Rank 903 out of 1,227
Top 74%
English Language Arts2/10 · #1050 · 15th percentile
Mathematics3/10 · #873 · 29th percentile
Science6/10 · #644 · 50th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

John F. Kennedy High sits in the Pocket-Greenhaven area of Sacramento, one of the city's more family-friendly neighborhoods known for its tree-lined streets, proximity to the Sacramento River, and a quieter feel than much of the urban core. Families in the area tend to be civically engaged and community-rooted, and the school reflects that — science scores land right at the state median, showing some solid footing even as English and math present real room for growth. For families prioritizing neighborhood connection and looking to get involved in shaping a school's trajectory, Kennedy can be a meaningful option, especially paired with the kind of supportive home environment that helps students bridge any academic gaps.

Student Demographics

374 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
142 (38%)
Asian
93 (25%)
African American
54 (14%)
White
39 (10%)
Multiple Races
31 (8%)
Filipino
12 (3%)
Other
7 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners74 (20%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged221 (59%)
Students with Disabilities56 (15%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

1,652
Enrollment
80.4
Teachers (FTE)
20.5:1
Student-Staff Ratio
4
Administrators (FTE)
22.9
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Graduation Rate

87.9%of students graduate within 4 years

Graduation Rate Trend

College Readiness

Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) programs offer college-level coursework and are a key indicator of academic rigor.

12
AP Courses
offered
23.5%
AP Participation
of students
464
AP Enrollment
students

Source: Civil Rights Data Collection (CRDC) 2021-22

Athletics

Cougars · CIF Sac-Joaquin Section

24
varsity sports
10 boys
11 girls
BaseballBasketball (Boys)Basketball (Girls)Cross Country (Boys)Cross Country (Girls)Flag Football (Girls)Football (11 person)Golf (Boys)

Source: CIF Home Campus 2025-26

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs6/10 · #1018 · 54th percentile

91 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among High Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found