John F. Kennedy Jr. School

Academic performance data was not provided, making it difficult to assess student achievement compared to district averages. The school operates without published ELA or math proficiency scores, which typically indicates it may serve a specialized population. The average class size of 24.5 matches the district average exactly.

This school shows remarkable strength in relationship metrics: parent-teacher trust reaches 96%, parent-principal trust hits 97%, and teachers report 98% instruction quality. Teacher-principal trust stands at 92%, while teacher collegial trust is 83%. With zero suspensions and a family survey response rate of 23%, the data suggests a school culture built on trust and relationship-building rather than punitive discipline. The day-to-day feel appears collaborative and supportive, with teachers confident in their instructional abilities and families feeling heard by leadership.

The student body is predominantly Hispanic (44%), with Black students at 19%, Asian students at 18%, and White students at 16%. The diversity index of 78% reflects a richly mixed population. Notably, 100% of students have IEPs (Individualized Education Programs), indicating this school likely serves students with special needs. The economic need index of 86.9% signals that most families face significant financial challenges. This aligns with Elmhurst, where the median household income is $68,354 and the BA+ education rate is 30.3% — working-class families navigating the demands of raising children in one of the city's most densely populated neighborhoods.

Elmhurst is a transit-rich, family-dense neighborhood in Queens with a family density score of 93.1 (very high) and transit score of 63.2. The median home value of $692,633 reflects a neighborhood that has seen significant development, though only 26.6% of residents own homes — most are renters. The safety score of 25.67 is below average, and the area shows elevated environmental health concerns (asthma rates of 54.6 per 1,000 and lead exposure concerns). However, the education orientation score of 62.45 suggests families here value schooling, and the neighborhood offers strong community infrastructure despite its urban challenges.

Elmhurst is highly walkable with excellent subway access via multiple lines. Families from the surrounding blocks typically walk or take short bus rides. The neighborhood's density and transit score of 63.2 mean most families can get to school without a car.