Serving 341 students in grades Kindergarten-5, J F Kennedy Memorial ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 341 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: J F Kennedy Memorial serves the northern part of Franklin, MA, covering an area of approximately 3.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.9 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 2.6 miles at its furthest point.
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
J F Kennedy Memorial's student population of 341 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
341 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Rankings
J F Kennedy Memorial ranks within the top 20% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J F Kennedy Memorial is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#183 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
10%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Black
1%
10%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
81%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.4%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
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 #183 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend J F Kennedy Memorial?
341 students attend J F Kennedy Memorial.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of J F Kennedy Memorial students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J F Kennedy Memorial?
J F Kennedy Memorial has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is J F Kennedy Memorial part of?
J F Kennedy Memorial is part of Franklin School District.
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