Serving 399 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Kennedy John F Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kennedy John F Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Kennedy John F Elementary School's student population of 399 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
399 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
R.E.A.C.H for Success
School Rankings
Kennedy John F Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kennedy John F Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1125 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
59%
26%
Black
17%
10%
White
16%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.6%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kennedy John F Elementary School's ranking?
Kennedy John F Elementary School is ranked #1125 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Kennedy John F Elementary School often compared to?
Kennedy John F Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Curley K-8 School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Kennedy John F Elementary School?
399 students attend Kennedy John F Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Kennedy John F Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kennedy John F Elementary School?
Kennedy John F Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Kennedy John F Elementary School offer ?
Kennedy John F Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kennedy John F Elementary School part of?
Kennedy John F Elementary School is part of Boston School District.
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