Serving 691 students in grades 9-12, Kennedy High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 691 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kennedy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Kennedy High School's student population of 691 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
691 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Year Founded
1905
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Mascot
Otters
School Rankings
Kennedy High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kennedy High School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#432 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
2%
12%
White
86%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Otters
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kennedy High School's ranking?
Kennedy High School is ranked #432 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Kennedy High School often compared to?
Kennedy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Battle Lake Secondary, Rothsay Secondary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kennedy High School?
The graduation rate of Kennedy High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Kennedy High School?
691 students attend Kennedy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Kennedy High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kennedy High School?
Kennedy High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kennedy High School offer ?
Kennedy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kennedy High School part of?
Kennedy High School is part of Fergus Falls Public School District.
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