Serving 337 students in grades 6-8, Kennedy Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Oregon state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kennedy Middle School's student population of 337 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
337 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kennedy Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 740 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kennedy Middle School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#487 out of 740 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
22%
25%
Black
2%
2%
White
61%
60%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kennedy Middle School's ranking?
Kennedy Middle School is ranked #487 out of 740 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Kennedy Middle School often compared to?
Kennedy Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arts And Technology At Jefferson, Kelly Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% OR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% OR state average).
How many students attend Kennedy Middle School?
337 students attend Kennedy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Kennedy Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kennedy Middle School?
Kennedy Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kennedy Middle School offer ?
Kennedy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Kennedy Middle School part of?
Kennedy Middle School is part of Eugene SD 4j School District.
In what neighborhood is Kennedy Middle School located?
Kennedy Middle School is located in the Western neighborhood of Eugene, OR. There are 2 other public schools located in Western.
School Reviews
5 6/9/2008
This school is amazing! I go there and all the students are nice and the staff are super duper. You should go to Kennedy! :]
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