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#1901 of 2,006 schools in AZ

John F Kennedy Elementary School

Elementary School · Roosevelt Elementary District (4279)

6825 S 10TH ST, Phoenix, AZ 85042

Enrollment

364

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

3.6

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,901 of 2,006

In Phoenix

#389 of 422

public schools

In district

#18 of 18

Roosevelt Elementary District (4279)

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John F Kennedy Elementary School

3.6/10

Elementary School in Phoenix · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About John F Kennedy Elementary School

John F Kennedy Elementary School is a public elementary school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Roosevelt Elementary District (4279). John F Kennedy Elementary School serves approximately 364 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. John F Kennedy Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,901 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for John F Kennedy Elementary School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.7 pts below district
  • This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.3
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

67% of students at John F Kennedy Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.37 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.5Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)29% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-18.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile8th
Resources & Environment6.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,789
Chronic Absenteeism67%

John F Kennedy Elementary School — Students at John F Kennedy Elementary School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 29.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 32.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
17%
2018
Math
20%
ELA
19%
2019
Math
20%
ELA
19%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.9/10.

How John F Kennedy Elementary School Compares

See how John F Kennedy Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.6/10
5th percentile in AZ
Academic
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
67.0%

Location

6825 S 10TH ST, Phoenix, AZ 85042

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering John F Kennedy Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Irene Lopez School (rated 7.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is South Mountain Preparatory Academy (rated 7.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, T G Barr School (rated 6.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
C O Greenfield School Phoenix 0.1 mi 5.1
OUR LADY OF SORROW ACADEMY Phoenix 0.4 mi 7.7
Paideia Liberal Arts Academy Phoenix 0.7 mi 4.7
Hope College and Career Readiness Academy Phoenix 0.7 mi 5.5
The Paideia Academy of South Phoenix Phoenix 0.8 mi 5.0
South Mountain Preparatory Academy Phoenix 0.8 mi 7.1
South Mountain High School Phoenix 1.0 mi 4.6
Champion Schools Phoenix 0.9 mi 5.3
ST CATHERINE OF SIENA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Phoenix 0.9 mi 4.4
NFL YET College Prep Academy Phoenix 1.0 mi 5.5
South Pointe Junior High School Phoenix 1.1 mi 5.3
Kaizen Education Foundation dba Quest High School Phoenix 1.1 mi 4.7
ASU Preparatory Academy - South Phoenix Primary Tempe 1.1 mi 4.5
AAEC - SMCC Campus Phoenix 1.1 mi 6.4
ASU Preparatory Academy - South Phoenix Intermediate Tempe 1.2 mi 4.2
Irene Lopez School Phoenix 1.4 mi 7.7
South Pointe High School Phoenix 1.3 mi 4.4
91ST PSALM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Phoenix 1.2 mi 7.9
T G Barr School Phoenix 1.2 mi 6.5
ASU Preparatory Academy - South Phoenix High School Tempe 1.5 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85042 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$86,837

Median Home Value

$353,400

Median Rent

$1,495/mo

Population

45,575

College Educated

31.7%

Homeownership

66.7%

Avg Commute

25.5 min

Poverty Rate

15.2%

Median Age

34.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about John F Kennedy Elementary School

What grades does John F Kennedy Elementary School serve?

John F Kennedy Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend John F Kennedy Elementary School?

John F Kennedy Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 364 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at John F Kennedy Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at John F Kennedy Elementary School is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does John F Kennedy Elementary School rank in AZ?

John F Kennedy Elementary School ranks #1,901 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is John F Kennedy Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

John F Kennedy Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at John F Kennedy Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, John F Kennedy Elementary School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is John F Kennedy Elementary School a charter school?

No, John F Kennedy Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is John F Kennedy Elementary School a Title I school?

No, John F Kennedy Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
28 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
43 Some Transit
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
364
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
67.0%

District

Roosevelt Elementary District (4279)
District Enrollment
7,274
Schools in District
20
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,789
District Rank
#18 of 18

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