Serving 496 students in grades 3-6, John Kennedy Middle Grade School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois 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 Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 496 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John Kennedy Middle Grade School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
John Kennedy Middle Grade School's student population of 496 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
Total Students
496 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
John Kennedy Middle Grade School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John Kennedy Middle Grade School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2829 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
32%
27%
Black
46%
17%
White
18%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Kennedy Middle Grade School's ranking?
John Kennedy Middle Grade School is ranked #2829 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend John Kennedy Middle Grade School?
496 students attend John Kennedy Middle Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of John Kennedy Middle Grade School students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of John Kennedy Middle Grade School?
John Kennedy Middle Grade School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does John Kennedy Middle Grade School offer ?
John Kennedy Middle Grade School offers enrollment in grades 3-6
What school district is John Kennedy Middle Grade School part of?
John Kennedy Middle Grade School is part of Kankakee SD 111 School District.
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LAST DAY FOR STUDENTS
May 31, 2024 (Friday)
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