Serving 419 students in grades Kindergarten-5, John F Kennedy Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: John F Kennedy Elementary serves the northwest part of Kansas City, KS, covering an area of approximately 4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
John F Kennedy Elementary School's student population of 419 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
419 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
John F Kennedy Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John F Kennedy Elementary School is 0.77, which is more 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
#942 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
3%
Hispanic
33%
23%
Black
27%
7%
White
15%
60%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.6%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John F Kennedy Elementary School's ranking?
John F Kennedy Elementary School is ranked #942 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are John F Kennedy Elementary School often compared to?
John F Kennedy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Welborn Elementary School, Hazel Grove Elementary School, Claude A Huyck Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend John F Kennedy Elementary School?
419 students attend John F Kennedy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of John F Kennedy Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 17% of students are Asian, 15% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John F Kennedy Elementary School?
John F Kennedy Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does John F Kennedy Elementary School offer ?
John F Kennedy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is John F Kennedy Elementary School part of?
John F Kennedy Elementary School is part of Kansas City School District.
In what neighborhood is John F Kennedy Elementary School located?
John F Kennedy Elementary School is located in the Victory Hills neighborhood of Kansas City, KS. There are 5 other public schools located in Victory Hills.
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