Serving 469 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kennedy Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is equal to the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kennedy Elementary School serves the southern part of Fargo, ND, covering an area of approximately 9.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 7.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kennedy Elementary School's student population of 469 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
469 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kennedy Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kennedy Elementary School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#294 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
11%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
29%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
53%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.3%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kennedy Elementary School's ranking?
Kennedy Elementary School is ranked #294 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Kennedy Elementary School often compared to?
Kennedy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Horace Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Kennedy Elementary School?
469 students attend Kennedy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Kennedy Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
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 North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Kennedy Elementary School offer ?
Kennedy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kennedy Elementary School part of?
Kennedy Elementary School is part of Fargo 1 School District.
In what neighborhood is Kennedy Elementary School located?
Kennedy Elementary School is located in the Woodhaven neighborhood of Fargo, ND.
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