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John F Kennedy High School

4545 Wenig Rd NE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52402

Top 10% School in Iowa

Ranked 68 of 183 in Iowa

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About John F Kennedy High School

John F. Kennedy High School is a top public school in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, with about 1,680 students in grades 9 through 12. It has a student-to-teacher ratio of 18:1 and is known as one of the best schools in the area. The school has a tough academic environment, and 34% of students take Advanced Placement classes, and it is one of the

best High School in "Iowa"

. There are 27% of students who are minorities, and 31% of students are from low-income families. John F. Kennedy High School had great academic results in 2025–2026, with 67% of students passing math and 73% passing reading. The money is good, with about $14,952 spent on each student. The school is in a neighborhood where the average home price is $245,000. It is known as one of the best schools because it does well in all three areas: academics, sports, and the arts. Its strengths are its high standards for college readiness and a school culture that supports achievement.

John F Kennedy High School Contact Information

Address

4545 Wenig Rd NE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52402

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Phone

(319) 558-2251

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 67%
Reading 73%
State average proficiency is 67% in Math and 73% in Reading.
95
Full-time Teachers
18 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
1719
Total Students
$40997
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 68 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at John F Kennedy High School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:50 AM to 2:50 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:35 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 72.83%
Asian 2.68%
Hispanic 6.98%
Black 9.83%
Two+ Races 7.21%
Native Am. 0.12%
White
72.83%
Asian
2.68%
Hispanic
6.98%
Black
9.83%
Two+ Races
7.21%
Native Am.
0.12%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 1719
48.28%
830 Female
51.43%
884 Male

Student Population

1719 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

343 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

John F. Kennedy High School has just opened a new multi-purpose athletic facility that will give students better places to practice for different sports and physical education classes. The school's academic teams are doing very well. For example, the Science Bowl team recently made it to the state-level competition after a series of tough regional rounds. Kennedy has also started a new student-led sustainability project that aims to lower the campus's carbon footprint by improving recycling programs and putting in energy-efficient LED lights in the hallways.

FAQ

Q1. Are college entrance exams conducted here?

Ans. Students can take the SAT and ACT tests on-site or through programs that work together.

Q2. What does John F Kennedy High School do to help students get ready for life after graduation?

Ans. College planning, mentoring, and skill-building programs help students move on to higher education, vocational paths, or jobs.

Q3. Are students allowed to go to cultural and arts events?

Ans. Yes, John F Kennedy High School encourages students to be creative by offering programs in music, theater, and the visual arts.

Q4. Can students get rides from all neighborhoods?

Ans. Bus service is available depending on the district's eligibility zones.

Q5. Does John F Kennedy High School offer individualized learning assistance?

Ans. Yes, John F Kennedy High School gives students advice and help to help them reach their academic goals.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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