Serving 330 students in grades Kindergarten-4, John F Kennedy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 330 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John F Kennedy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
John F Kennedy's student population of 330 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
330 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We are excited to begin the school year in the NEW BMHS and welcoming the Class of 2023 and 2024!
School Rankings
John F Kennedy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John F Kennedy is 0.31, 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
#495 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
8%
Hispanic
8%
26%
Black
1%
10%
White
83%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.2%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John F Kennedy's ranking?
John F Kennedy is ranked #495 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are John F Kennedy often compared to?
John F Kennedyis often viewed alongside schools like Francis Wyman Elementary School, Boutwell by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend John F Kennedy?
330 students attend John F Kennedy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of John F Kennedy students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John F Kennedy?
John F Kennedy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does John F Kennedy offer ?
John F Kennedy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John F Kennedy part of?
John F Kennedy is part of Billerica School District.
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