Very Good
#2423 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 25% in state
John F. Kennedy Elementary
Elementary School · Dinuba Unified
1327 East El Monte Way, Dinuba, CA 93618
Enrollment
511
Student-Teacher
24.3:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
511
Student-Teacher
24.3:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,423 of 9,539
In Dinuba
#2 of 10
public schools
In district
#2 of 10
Dinuba Unified
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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John F. Kennedy Elementary
Elementary School in Dinuba · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About John F. Kennedy Elementary
John F. Kennedy Elementary is a public elementary school in Dinuba, CA, part of Dinuba Unified. John F.
Kennedy Elementary serves approximately 511 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 24.3:1 student-teacher ratio. John F. Kennedy Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,423 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for John F. Kennedy Elementary show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
John F. Kennedy Elementary runs 24.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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John F. Kennedy Elementary — Students at John F. Kennedy Elementary score 39% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.
How John F. Kennedy Elementary Compares
See how John F. Kennedy Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1327 East El Monte Way, Dinuba, CA 93618
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John F. Kennedy Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lincoln Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Reedley), which scores notably higher. Another option is Silas Bartsch (rated 8.5/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Reedley), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Monson-Sultana Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Sultana), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Dinuba, see our Dinuba schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Washington Intermediate Dinuba | 0.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Dinuba Junior Academy Dinuba | 0.6 mi | — |
| DINUBA JR ACADEMY Dinuba | 0.6 mi | — |
| Lincoln Elementary Dinuba | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Dinuba High Dinuba | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Jefferson Elementary Dinuba | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Roosevelt Elementary Dinuba | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Wilson Elementary Dinuba | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Ronald Reagan Academy Dinuba | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Sierra Vista High (Continuation) Dinuba | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Kings Canyon Continuation Reedley | 2.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Monson-Sultana Elementary Sultana | 2.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Alta Elementary Reedley | 4.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Silas Bartsch Reedley | 4.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Grand View Elementary Dinuba | 4.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Jefferson Elementary Reedley | 4.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Mountain View (Alternative) Reedley | 4.8 mi | 5.6 |
| General Grant Middle Reedley | 4.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Orange Cove High Orange Cove | 5.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Lincoln Elementary Reedley | 5.0 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93618 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,190
Median Home Value
$272,600
Median Rent
$1,125/mo
Population
32,223
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
60.1%
Avg Commute
23.8 min
Poverty Rate
29.5%
Median Age
30
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alpine Vista Tulare, CA | 7.5 |
| Antelope Creek Elementary Rocklin, CA | 7.5 |
| Bella Vista Elementary Bella Vista, CA | 7.5 |
| Bixby Elementary Long Beach, CA | 7.5 |
| Blanche Sprentz Elementary Folsom, CA | 7.5 |
| Brandon Elementary Goleta, CA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John F. Kennedy Elementary
What grades does John F. Kennedy Elementary serve?
John F. Kennedy Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend John F. Kennedy Elementary?
John F. Kennedy Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 511 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John F. Kennedy Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at John F. Kennedy Elementary is 24.3:1. 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 rank in CA?
John F. Kennedy Elementary ranks #2,423 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is John F. Kennedy Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
John F. Kennedy Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John F. Kennedy Elementary has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is John F. Kennedy Elementary a charter school?
No, John F. Kennedy Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John F. Kennedy Elementary a Title I school?
No, John F. Kennedy Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John F. Kennedy Elementary?
84.9% of students at John F. Kennedy Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 511
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Tulare County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.0%
- Phone
- (559) 595-7300
Resources & Links
District
Dinuba Unified- District Enrollment
- 6,313
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,098
- District Rank
- #2 of 10
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