John F. Kennedy High School
Grades: 9-12
Students: 1297
Type: Public
GreatSchools Rating
Student-Teacher
Ratio: 15:1
Student-Counselor
Ratio: 240:1
Certified Teachers: 100%
422 Highland Avenue
Waterbury, CT 06708
Waterbury, CT 06708
(203) 574-8153
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Test Scores1/10
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Academic Progress1/10
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Student GrowthCommunity Reviews
Teachers are dishonest with grades. They don’t teach children they just do open book quiz. Very upsetting.
Posted by a parent on 2/4/2026My daughter will be graduating in June 2025 from there i also graduated from there in 2001 it's a wonderful school. They are really great with children who have special needs including medical accommodations for people with anxiety disorders.
Posted by a parent on 5/30/2025Although talk around the town gives Kennedy a not-so-outstanding reputation, after completing my 4 years at the school, it has become a second home to me. I don't have room to discuss the benefits if attending Kennedy. Just like any school, there are weaknesses that the principal and staff work to i
Posted by a community member on 12/27/2013I am currently attenting this school and there is only one word to describe it FANTASTIC. the teachers are great, there are intensive AP courses that have helped me a lot on the way to a great college, and there are special programs for every child. This school sshould be on the top five i think. TH
Posted by a student on 7/21/2010N/A
Posted by a parent on 10/30/2007Nearby Schools
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Waterbury schools - John F. Kennedy High School is located at 422 Highland Avenue, Waterbury CT 06708. John F. Kennedy High School is in the Waterbury School District. John F. Kennedy High School is a Public school that serves grade levels 9-12.
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