Serving 217 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kennedy Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kennedy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Kennedy Elementary School's student population of 217 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
217 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kennedy Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kennedy Elementary School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#864 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
23%
3%
Hispanic
12%
21%
Black
53%
7%
White
6%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kennedy Elementary School's ranking?
Kennedy Elementary School is ranked #864 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% NE state average).
How many students attend Kennedy Elementary School?
217 students attend Kennedy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Kennedy Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kennedy Elementary School?
Kennedy Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Kennedy Elementary School offer ?
Kennedy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Kennedy Elementary School part of?
Kennedy Elementary School is part of Omaha Public Schools School District.
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