Serving 340 students in grades Kindergarten-5, J F Kennedy Memorial ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J F Kennedy Memorial ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
J F Kennedy Memorial's student population of 340 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
340 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
J F Kennedy Memorial ranks within the top 10% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J F Kennedy Memorial is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#104 out of 1644 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
4%
23%
Black
n/a
10%
White
86%
56%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J F Kennedy Memorial's ranking?
J F Kennedy Memorial is ranked #104 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are J F Kennedy Memorial often compared to?
J F Kennedy Memorialis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Elementary School, Helen Keller Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend J F Kennedy Memorial?
340 students attend J F Kennedy Memorial.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of J F Kennedy Memorial students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of J F Kennedy Memorial?
J F Kennedy Memorial has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does J F Kennedy Memorial offer ?
J F Kennedy Memorial offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is J F Kennedy Memorial part of?
J F Kennedy Memorial is part of Franklin School District.
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