JOHN F KENNEDY JR SCHOOL
514 Students
High School 10th - 12th
School Overview
The John F. Kennedy Jr. School (P.S. 94Q) is a specialized educational facility located in Elmhurst, Queens, dedicated to serving students with significant special needs. As part of New York City’s District 75—a district comprised of citywide programs for students with disabilities—the school provides a highly structured and supportive environment tailored to children with autism, multiple disabilities, and complex developmental needs. The school’s mission focuses on fostering independence, communication skills, and academic growth through individualized education programs (IEPs) that are carefully crafted to meet the unique challenges of every student.
Beyond traditional academics, P.S. 94Q emphasizes a holistic approach to learning, integrating therapeutic services such as speech, occupational, and physical therapy directly into the school day. The facility is designed to be accessible and sensory-friendly, offering small class sizes and a high staff-to-student ratio to ensure that each child receives the necessary attention to reach their personal milestones. By prioritizing a collaborative relationship between educators, therapists, and families, the John F. Kennedy Jr. School strives to create an inclusive community where students are empowered to navigate their surroundings with confidence and develop essential life skills for their future.
Beyond traditional academics, P.S. 94Q emphasizes a holistic approach to learning, integrating therapeutic services such as speech, occupational, and physical therapy directly into the school day. The facility is designed to be accessible and sensory-friendly, offering small class sizes and a high staff-to-student ratio to ensure that each child receives the necessary attention to reach their personal milestones. By prioritizing a collaborative relationship between educators, therapists, and families, the John F. Kennedy Jr. School strives to create an inclusive community where students are empowered to navigate their surroundings with confidence and develop essential life skills for their future.
514
Total Students
91.7
Full-Time Teachers
5.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
93.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 77 |
| Hispanic | 251 |
| Black | 74 |
| Asian | 94 |
| Two or More | 3 |
| American Indian | 12 |
| Pacific Islander | 3 |
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Hispanic251 (48.8%)
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Asian94 (18.3%)
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White77 (15.0%)
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Black74 (14.4%)
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American Indian12 (2.3%)
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Two or More3 (0.6%)
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Pacific Islander3 (0.6%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Special Education School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75 |
| Phone: | (718)760-1083 |
| Grade Range: | 10th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 514 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 91.7 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 5.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 479 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 10
3
Grade 11
2
Grade 12
6
Ungraded
503
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 10 | 3 |
| Grade 11 | 2 |
| Grade 12 | 6 |
| Ungraded | 503 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 158 | 30.7% |
| Male | 356 | 69.3% |
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