Serving 602 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, J F Kennedy Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 602 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
J F Kennedy Elementary School's student population of 602 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
602 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
J F Kennedy Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J F Kennedy Elementary School is 0.54, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1117 out of 3137 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
16%
17%
White
65%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J F Kennedy Elementary School's ranking?
J F Kennedy Elementary School is ranked #1117 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are J F Kennedy Elementary School often compared to?
J F Kennedy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Indian Riffle Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend J F Kennedy Elementary School?
602 students attend J F Kennedy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of J F Kennedy Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of J F Kennedy Elementary School?
J F Kennedy Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does J F Kennedy Elementary School offer ?
J F Kennedy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is J F Kennedy Elementary School part of?
J F Kennedy Elementary School is part of Kettering City School District.
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