Needs Improvement
#9130 of 9,539 schools in CA
John F. Kennedy Elementary
Elementary School · Desert Sands Unified
45-100 Clinton St., Indio, CA 92201
Enrollment
386
Student-Teacher
21.4:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
386
Student-Teacher
21.4:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,130 of 9,539
In Indio
#15 of 19
public schools
In district
#27 of 33
Desert Sands Unified
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John F. Kennedy Elementary
Elementary School in Indio · grades Kindergarten – 5th. 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 Indio, CA, part of Desert Sands Unified. John F.
Kennedy Elementary serves approximately 386 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.4:1 student-teacher ratio. John F. Kennedy Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #9,130 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for John F. Kennedy Elementary show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
John F. Kennedy Elementary runs 21.4:1 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.
59% of students at John F. Kennedy Elementary 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
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John F. Kennedy Elementary — Students at John F. Kennedy Elementary score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.7/10.
How John F. Kennedy Elementary Compares
See how John F. Kennedy Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
45-100 Clinton St., Indio, CA 92201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John F. Kennedy Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Richard R. Oliphant Elementary (rated 6.0/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mountain Vista Elementary (rated 5.3/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Amelia Earhart Elementary School of International Studies (rated 4.7/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Indio, see our Indio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lyndon B. Johnson Elementary Indio | 0.3 mi | 2.7 |
| Indio Middle Indio | 0.4 mi | 3.0 |
| Indio High Indio | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Herbert Hoover Elementary Indio | 0.6 mi | 2.6 |
| James Madison Elementary Indio | 0.8 mi | 3.2 |
| Carrillo Ranch Elementary Indio | 1.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Dr. Reynaldo J. Carreon Jr. Academy Indio | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Brilliant Microschool Indio | 1.2 mi | — |
| Doves Landing School Indio | 1.4 mi | — |
| Al Vasquez Learning Center Indio | 1.4 mi | — |
| Andrew Jackson Elementary Indio | 1.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Thomas Jefferson Middle Indio | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Richard R. Oliphant Elementary Indio | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Desert Sands A.T.L.A.S. Indio | 1.8 mi | — |
| Theodore Roosevelt Elementary Indio | 1.9 mi | 3.8 |
| John Glenn Middle School of International Studies Indio | 1.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Mountain Vista Elementary Indio | 2.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Amistad High (Continuation) Indio | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Amelia Earhart Elementary School of International Studies Indio | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
| La Quinta High La Quinta | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,663
Median Home Value
$372,800
Median Rent
$1,349/mo
Population
66,364
College Educated
16.1%
Homeownership
59.5%
Avg Commute
22.5 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
36.7
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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 5th.
How many students attend John F. Kennedy Elementary?
John F. Kennedy Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 386 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John F. Kennedy Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at John F. Kennedy Elementary is 21.4:1. 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 #9,130 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 3.3 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 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% 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?
89.1% 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 386
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Riverside County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.5%
- Phone
- (760) 775-3840
Resources & Links
District
Desert Sands Unified- District Enrollment
- 25,898
- Schools in District
- 35
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,070
- District Rank
- #27 of 33
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