Serving 1,600 students in grades 9-12, Kennedy Senior 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 30:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,600 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 30:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: 77% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kennedy Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Kennedy Senior High School's student population of 1,600 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,600 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kennedy Senior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kennedy Senior High School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1180 out of 1734 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
30:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
34%
10%
Black
22%
12%
White
29%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
77%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kennedy Senior High School's ranking?
Kennedy Senior High School is ranked #1180 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Kennedy Senior High School often compared to?
Kennedy Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kennedy Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Kennedy Senior High School is 77%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Kennedy Senior High School?
1,600 students attend Kennedy Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Kennedy Senior High School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 22% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kennedy Senior High School?
Kennedy Senior High School has a student ration of 30:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kennedy Senior High School offer ?
Kennedy Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Kennedy Senior High School part of?
Kennedy Senior High School is part of Bloomington Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Kennedy Senior High School located?
Kennedy Senior High School is located in the East Bloomington neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 9 other public schools located in East Bloomington.
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