Robert F. Kennedy Elementary School serves 639 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%) for the 2018-19 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%) for the 2018-19 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 639 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Math Proficiency: 30%
- Reading Proficiency: 35%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert F. Kennedy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Robert F. Kennedy Elementary School's student population of 639 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
639 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Robert F. Kennedy Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)30%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)35%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
88%
56%
Black
9%
5%
White
n/a
22%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Robert F. Kennedy Elementary School?
639 students attend Robert F. Kennedy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Robert F. Kennedy Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robert F. Kennedy Elementary School?
Robert F. Kennedy Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Robert F. Kennedy Elementary School offer ?
Robert F. Kennedy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Robert F. Kennedy Elementary School part of?
Robert F. Kennedy Elementary School is part of Compton Unified School District.
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