Very Good
#1934 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 20% in state
John F. Kennedy Elementary
Elementary School · Jefferson Elementary
785 Price St., Daly City, CA 94014
Enrollment
312
Student-Teacher
20.8:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
312
Student-Teacher
20.8:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,934 of 9,539
In Daly City
#2 of 20
public schools
In district
#1 of 14
Jefferson Elementary
Equity
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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About John F. Kennedy Elementary
John F. Kennedy Elementary is a public elementary school in Daly City, CA, part of Jefferson Elementary. John F.
Kennedy Elementary serves approximately 312 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.8:1 student-teacher ratio. John F. Kennedy Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,934 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for John F. Kennedy Elementary show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 6.6
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
John F. Kennedy Elementary runs 20.8:1 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 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
60.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.8/10.
How John F. Kennedy Elementary Compares
See how John F. Kennedy Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
785 Price St., Daly City, CA 94014
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John F. Kennedy Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ortega (Jose) Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby San Francisco), which scores notably higher. Another option is Panorama Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLY ANGELS SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Colma), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Daly City, see our Daly City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HILLDALE SCHOOL Daly City | 0.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Hilldale School Daly City | 0.3 mi | — |
| Thomas R. Pollicita Middle Daly City | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Susan B. Anthony Elementary Daly City | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Thornton High Daly City | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| OUR LADY PERPETUAL HELP SCHOOL Daly City | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Jefferson High Daly City | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Woodrow Wilson Elementary Daly City | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| HOLY ANGELS SCHOOL Colma | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| George Washington Elementary Daly City | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| SAN FRANCISCO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL San Francisco | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Longfellow Elementary San Francisco | 1.1 mi | 3.8 |
| San Francisco Islamic School San Francisco | 1.3 mi | — |
| SAN FRANCISCO ISLAMIC SCHOOL San Francisco | 1.4 mi | — |
| Panorama Elementary Daly City | 1.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Sheridan Elementary San Francisco | 1.4 mi | 3.9 |
| HOPE LUTHERAN DAY SCHOOL Daly City | 1.3 mi | — |
| Garden Village Elementary Colma | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Margaret Pauline Brown Elementary Daly City | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Ortega (Jose) Elementary San Francisco | 1.6 mi | 9.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94014 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$115,513
Median Home Value
$979,500
Median Rent
$2,089/mo
Population
46,269
College Educated
33.4%
Homeownership
59.4%
Avg Commute
30.4 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Median Age
42.1
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|---|---|
| Addison Elementary Palo Alto, CA | 7.8 |
| Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary Van Nuys, CA | 7.8 |
| Biola-Pershing Elementary Fresno, CA | 7.8 |
| Burbank (Luther) Elementary Artesia, CA | 7.8 |
| Center for Advanced Learning Los Angeles, CA | 7.8 |
| Coeur D'Alene Avenue Elementary Venice, CA | 7.8 |
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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 312 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John F. Kennedy Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at John F. Kennedy Elementary is 20.8:1. 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 #1,934 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 7.8 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 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% 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?
60.3% 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
- 312
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Mateo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.6%
- Phone
- (650) 991-1239
Resources & Links
District
Jefferson Elementary- District Enrollment
- 4,922
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,819
- District Rank
- #1 of 14
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