Serving 331 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 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). 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 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 331 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- 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 331 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
331 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
J F Kennedy Memorial ranks within the top 20% of all 1,631 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 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#214 out of 1631 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
7%
Hispanic
4%
25%
Black
1%
10%
White
81%
53%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J F Kennedy Memorial's ranking?
J F Kennedy Memorial is ranked #214 out of 1,631 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?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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?
331 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, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
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 (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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