Serving 326 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Larry C Kennedy School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Larry C Kennedy School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Larry C Kennedy School's student population of 326 students has declined by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
326 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Larry C Kennedy School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Larry C Kennedy School is 0.38, 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
#1895 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
5%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
78%
48%
Black
8%
6%
White
5%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Larry C Kennedy School's ranking?
Larry C Kennedy School is ranked #1895 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Larry C Kennedy School?
326 students attend Larry C Kennedy School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Larry C Kennedy School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Larry C Kennedy School?
Larry C Kennedy School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Larry C Kennedy School offer ?
Larry C Kennedy School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Larry C Kennedy School part of?
Larry C Kennedy School is part of Creighton Elementary District (4263) School District.
In what neighborhood is Larry C Kennedy School located?
Larry C Kennedy School is located in the Camelback East Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 26 other public schools located in Camelback East Village.
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