Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis High School

Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis High School (JKO) is a small high school located in Midtown Manhattan, steps from Times Square, offering students access to a vibrant urban environment and cultural opportunities. The school operates as a Magnet school with a focus on Science, Technology, Entrepreneurship, Art, and Math (STEAM) with a strong business orientation. It features award-winning programs in Entrepreneurship (Virtual Enterprise) and Hospitality and Tourism, alongside a rigorous academic program in Economics and Finance that includes Advanced Placement courses. Parents express very high satisfaction with the school's environment and relationships, often highlighting the close-knit community fostered by its smaller size and supportive staff. The 4-year graduation rate is near the citywide median, but college enrollment is a concern, falling at the 25th percentile. Regents exam performance is mixed, with strong pass rates in Global History and Languages Other Than English, but significantly lower results in math and science subjects. While students generally feel safe, some reports indicate concerns regarding conflict resolution and peer behavior, with some reviews mentioning challenges with discipline.