Serving 350 students in grades 6-8, Kennedy Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kennedy Middle School serves the southwest part of Eugene, OR, covering an area of approximately 60.4 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive of the school, with the farthest area being about 8.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kennedy Middle School's student population of 350 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
350 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kennedy Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kennedy Middle School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#643 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
31%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
64%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
12%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
9%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kennedy Middle School's ranking?
Kennedy Middle School is ranked #643 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Kennedy Middle School often compared to?
Kennedy Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arts And Technology Academy At Jefferson, Kelly Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Kennedy Middle School?
350 students attend Kennedy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Kennedy Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kennedy Middle School?
Kennedy Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kennedy Middle School offer ?
Kennedy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kennedy Middle School part of?
Kennedy Middle School is part of Eugene SD 4j School District.
In what neighborhood is Kennedy Middle School located?
Kennedy Middle School is located in the Western neighborhood of Eugene, OR. There are 2 other public schools located in Western.
School Reviews
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