Kennedy Elementary School serves 560 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 560 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kennedy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kennedy Elementary School's student population of 560 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
560 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Kennedy Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
85%
53%
Black
10%
13%
White
4%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Kennedy Elementary School?
560 students attend Kennedy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Kennedy Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 1% 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 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
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 West Oso Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Kennedy Elementary School located?
Kennedy Elementary School is located in the La Molina neighborhood of Corpus Christi, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in La Molina.
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