John F. Kennedy Jr. School is a public school in the New York City Public Schools system, located in Elmhurst, New York City, serving students in several grades. With 600 students, the school has a staff-to-pupil ratio of approximately 11:1, which allows students to receive individual attention and supportive instruction in class. The John F. Kennedy Jr. School provides a well-rounded academic program that includes core subjects in mathematics, English language arts, science and social studies, along with enrichment opportunities and student support services. Its student body is diverse, mirroring the multicultural community of Elmhurst and the surrounding Queens neighborhood. Math proficiency is 82% and reading proficiency is 62%. Students also may have access to programs to prepare students for standardized testing and provide academic support to build readiness for future educational transitions. The school has been named the best high school in New York for its perfect balance of academics, leadership development, and innovation. John F. Kennedy Jr. School ranks in the top half of all schools in the country for overall quality of its math instruction. It has a supporting environment and emphasizing on development of students.