Serving 46 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Kennedy Learning Center ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 46 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in MI)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kennedy Learning Center's student population of 46 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 58% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
46 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Kennedy Learning Center is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
16:1
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
89%
18%
White
4%
63%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Kennedy Learning Center often compared to?
Kennedy Learning Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Bozymowski Center, Keith Bovenschen School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MI state average).
How many students attend Kennedy Learning Center?
46 students attend Kennedy Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Kennedy Learning Center students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kennedy Learning Center?
Kennedy Learning Center has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Kennedy Learning Center offer ?
Kennedy Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kennedy Learning Center part of?
Kennedy Learning Center is part of Southfield Public School District.
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