Serving 412 students in grades 3-5, John F. Kennedy School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: John F. Kennedy School serves the southeast part of Windsor, CT, encompassing an area of approximately 16.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance to the edge of the zone being about 3 miles and the furthest edge reaching up to 5.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
John F. Kennedy School's student population of 412 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
412 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
John F. Kennedy School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John F. Kennedy School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#588 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
26%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
35%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
22%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
12%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.5%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John F. Kennedy School's ranking?
John F. Kennedy School is ranked #588 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are John F. Kennedy School often compared to?
John F. Kennedy Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Flanders Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend John F. Kennedy School?
412 students attend John F. Kennedy School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of John F. Kennedy School students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John F. Kennedy School?
John F. Kennedy School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does John F. Kennedy School offer ?
John F. Kennedy School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John F. Kennedy School part of?
John F. Kennedy School is part of Windsor School District.
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