Kennedy Elementary School serves 363 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 363 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Attendance Zone: Kennedy Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Corpus Christi, TX, covering approximately 44.3 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.5 miles to reach the edge of the zone, which stretches up to 10.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kennedy Elementary School's student population of 363 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Total Students
363 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
2024
School Motto
Adventure Begins Here!
School Rankings
The diversity score of Kennedy Elementary School is 0.25, 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
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
86%
54%
Black
8%
13%
White
5%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Kennedy Elementary School?
363 students attend Kennedy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Kennedy Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 5% 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 17:1, 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-1
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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