Serving 277 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Kennedy Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 277 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kennedy Elementary School's student population of 277 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
277 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kennedy Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kennedy Elementary School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#956 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
11%
Hispanic
12%
35%
Black
2%
14%
White
79%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.7%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kennedy Elementary School's ranking?
Kennedy Elementary School is ranked #956 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Kennedy Elementary School often compared to?
Kennedy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Kennedy Elementary School?
277 students attend Kennedy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Kennedy Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kennedy Elementary School?
Kennedy Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Kennedy Elementary School offer ?
Kennedy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kennedy Elementary School part of?
Kennedy Elementary School is part of Roxbury Township School District.
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