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Plainview-Old Bethpage John F. Kennedy High School

#36 in Best Public High Schools in New York
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • Plainview, NY
  • 237 reviews
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A+
    2. Diversity
      B
    3. Teachers
      A+
    4. College Prep
      A+
    5. Clubs & Activities
      A
    6. Health & Safety
      A+
    7. Administration
      A
    8. Sports
      B+
    9. Food
      A
    10. Resources & Facilities
      A-
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    Plainview-Old Bethpage John F. Kennedy High School is a top rated, public school located in Plainview, NY. It has 1,541 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 11 to 1. According to state test scores, 99% of students are at least proficient in math and 99% in reading.
    About Plainview-Old Bethpage John F. Kennedy High School...
    School District
    Plainview-Old Bethpage Central School District
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    Address
    50 Kennedy Dr
    Plainview, NY 11803
    Telephone
    (516) 434-3125
    Website
    pob.k12.ny.us/domain/77
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    Plainview-Old Bethpage John F. Kennedy High School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    99%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    99%
    Average Graduation Rate
    99%
    Average SAT
    1290
    300 responses
    Average ACT
    30
    202 responses
    AP Enrollment
    36%
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    Living in the Area
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      C-
    2. Good for Families
      A+
    3. Housing
      B
    Area Feel
    Suburban
    Median Household Income
    $132,635
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $1,678
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $536,600
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    A+
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    88%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.26 responses
    Poll
    69%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.26 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 71 responses
    Report
    • Senior Spirit Week
      27%
    • Prom
      18%
    • Home coming
      14%
    • A Cappella Night
      11%
    • Sing
      11%
    • Battle of the Classes
      10%
    • Spring Musical
      6%

    Students

    Diversity
    B
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    1,541
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    9%
    85%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.27 responses
    78%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.27 responses
    59%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.27 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    11:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $110,036
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    8.7%
    68%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.37 responses
    57%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.37 responses
    65%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.37 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    A
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    High
    Boys Athletic Participation
    High
    Expenses Per Student
    $27,921/ year
    National
    $12,239
    87%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.39 responses
    51%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.39 responses
    74%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.39 responses
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    Plainview-Old Bethpage John F. Kennedy High School Reviews

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    Freshman year I was bullied. However, very lucky that the assistant principles and guidance councilors were so helpful when it came to helping me end the horrible bullying. Sophomore year was better but I still had a hard time in classes due to my ADHD. It began to effect my grades. Myself, along with one of my teachers, and mother, got me evaluated and I ended up getting a 504. Junior year was just difficult because of college searching and SATs. I also began again to get bullied by one of the same groups of people from Freshman year. However, I did not let them belittle me and I stood up for myself. Senior year was the best and worst year of my life. I was finally getting out of high school and getting away from people that hurt me and terrorized me for year. However, personally, I had a lot going on at home. Luckily, many of my teacher comforted me and they were always there for me even when I tried being strong. Many of them I still am in contact with after high school
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    JFK provided me with a lot of opportunities. I felt like it was really easy for me to pursue my interests and enroll in classes that were fit for me. There are so many clubs and sports to get involved in, and there's something for everyone. I learned a lot academically and was provided with resources that I needed to succeed. I felt sufficiently prepared for college, and had the opportunity to take challenging courses. Some of the teachers are really fantastic. The food is good and people are generally pretty friendly.
    Academics- unfortunately allows students to opt in to AP classes even when they aren't qualified to take the class
    School Culture- no dances, homecoming or otherwise; I'm pretty sure most of the people at the Homecoming Game are only there out of obligation (e.g. the marching band, cheerleading squad, student council, etc)
    Food- cannot comment on the food as I literally never had a meal in the cafeteria; lunch is optional and most teachers will let you eat in class so you have room for more electives
    Safety- have seriously upped their protocol due to current events