• Enrollment:

    143

  • School Code:

    107

JohnFKennedy

John F. Kennedy School

No Limits to What WE Can Do!

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About Our School:

Welcome to John F. Kennedy School, where we believe "There are No Limits to What We Can Do!" Serving students with multiple disabilities ages 14-21, we offer a specialized, data-driven curriculum that empowers students to confidently navigate their communities after graduation. Guided by our pillars—Be Caring, Be Committed, Be Courageous—we provide enriching activities like the Arts, Swimming, and participation in the Special Olympics. Our Transition Academy Program (TAP) for ages 18-21 focuses on life skills and job training. Through inclusion activities with neighboring high schools and strong community partnerships, we foster growth and connection.

Unique Fact:

We are proud to be recognized as both a State and National School of Character, highlighting our commitment to nurturing ethical, responsible, and compassionate individuals.

School Information

  • Principal

    Jill Summers-Phillips

  • Address

    311 South 10th Street
    Newark, NJ 07103

  • Phone Number

    973-733-6788

  • Parent Liaison

    Aretta Bush
    abush@nps.k12.nj.us

  • School Hours

    8:15 am - 3:05 pm

  • Uniform Colors

    High School:
    Top:     Gray
    Bottom: Navy Blue

    TAP:
    Top: Navy Blue
    Bottom: Navy Blue

  • Before School Options

    None offered at this school

  • After School Options

    M-W: 3:05-5:00PM

  • School Website

    www.nps.k12.nj.us/jfk

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Seats Available
Seats Available in Entry Grade last Year
Percentage of Applicants Who Listed This School
1st and Were Matched to this School Last Year
School Attendance
Average Daily Attendance Last School Year Percentage of Students Chronically Absent Last School Year
92.38% 23.02%
School Data
Average Section Size Student to Teacher Ratio Teachers with 5 or more years of experience Retention of Effective and Highly Effective Teachers Percentage of Teachers with Advanced Degrees
23 6 to 1 87.5% 95% 37.5%
Technology
Number of Devices 1:1