Serving 391 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Kennedy Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 391 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kennedy Elementary School serves the west part of Rexburg, ID, covering an area of approximately 35.7 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 9.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kennedy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Kennedy Elementary School's student population of 391 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
391 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kennedy Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kennedy Elementary School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#224 out of 704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
21%
21%
Black
1%
1%
White
75%
72%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.4%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kennedy Elementary School's ranking?
Kennedy Elementary School is ranked #224 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Kennedy Elementary School often compared to?
Kennedy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School, Adams Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Kennedy Elementary School?
391 students attend Kennedy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Kennedy Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kennedy Elementary School?
Kennedy Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
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 Madison School District.
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