School Overview
Robert F. Kennedy Community High School, located in Flushing, Queens, is a public secondary school dedicated to fostering a supportive and academically rigorous environment for its diverse student body. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, aiming to prepare students for both college and career success through a curriculum that balances core academics with opportunities for personal growth and social responsibility. By leveraging its community-oriented name, the school prioritizes building strong relationships between students, faculty, and families to create an inclusive atmosphere where individual talents can thrive.

Beyond the classroom, the school is known for promoting civic engagement and critical thinking, reflecting the values of its namesake. Students are encouraged to participate in a variety of extracurricular activities, clubs, and sports that help develop leadership skills and a sense of belonging. With a focus on preparing youth to navigate the complexities of the modern world, Robert F. Kennedy Community High School serves as a vital educational anchor in the Flushing neighborhood, committed to helping every student reach their full potential.
587
Total Students
47.0
Full-Time Teachers
12.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
80.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for ROBERT F KENNEDY COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White60
Hispanic253
Black110
Asian146
Two or More9
American Indian3
Pacific Islander6
  • Hispanic
    253 (43.1%)
  • Asian
    146 (24.9%)
  • Black
    110 (18.7%)
  • White
    60 (10.2%)
  • Two or More
    9 (1.5%)
  • Pacific Islander
    6 (1.0%)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.5%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25
Phone: (718)969-5510
Website: http://www.rfkschools.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 587
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 47.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 437
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 38
Grades Taught
Grade 9 167
Grade 10 125
Grade 11 158
Grade 12 133
Ungraded 4

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for ROBERT F KENNEDY COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 9167
Grade 10125
Grade 11158
Grade 12133
Ungraded4
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for ROBERT F KENNEDY COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female27146.2%
Male31653.8%
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