Serving 305 students in grades Kindergarten-4, John F. Kennedy #7 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 305 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: John F. Kennedy #7 serves the southwest part of Scranton, PA, covering an attendance area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
John F. Kennedy #7's student population of 305 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
305 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
John F. Kennedy #7 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John F. Kennedy #7 is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2273 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
15%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
45%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
17%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
19%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53.4%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
1%
3%
Showing 2009–2018. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John F. Kennedy #7's ranking?
John F. Kennedy #7 is ranked #2273 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are John F. Kennedy #7 often compared to?
John F. Kennedy #7is often viewed alongside schools like Mcnichols Plaza, Robert Morris #27 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend John F. Kennedy #7?
305 students attend John F. Kennedy #7.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of John F. Kennedy #7 students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 15% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John F. Kennedy #7?
John F. Kennedy #7 has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does John F. Kennedy #7 offer ?
John F. Kennedy #7 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John F. Kennedy #7 part of?
John F. Kennedy #7 is part of Scranton School District.
In what neighborhood is John F. Kennedy #7 located?
John F. Kennedy #7 is located in the South Side neighborhood of Scranton, PA. There are 3 other public schools located in South Side.
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