Below Average
#7459 of 9,539 schools in CA
John F. Kennedy Elementary
Elementary School · Riverside Unified
19125 Schoolhouse Ln., Riverside, CA 92508
Enrollment
882
Student-Teacher
25.9:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
882
Student-Teacher
25.9:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,459 of 9,539
In Riverside
#59 of 78
public schools
In district
#37 of 48
Riverside Unified
Equity
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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John F. Kennedy Elementary
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About John F. Kennedy Elementary
John F. Kennedy Elementary is a public elementary school in Riverside, CA, part of Riverside Unified. John F.
Kennedy Elementary serves approximately 882 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 25.9:1 student-teacher ratio. John F. Kennedy Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #7,459 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for John F. Kennedy Elementary show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
John F. Kennedy Elementary runs 25.9:1 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 56% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
28.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 3.2/10.
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
19125 Schoolhouse Ln., Riverside, CA 92508
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John F. Kennedy Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Benjamin Franklin Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Castle View Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Tomas Rivera Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Riverside, see our Riverside schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Benjamin Franklin Elementary Riverside | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. High Riverside | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| WOODCREST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL SYSTEM Riverside | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Mark Twain Elementary Riverside | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Amelia Earhart Middle Riverside | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Tomas Rivera Elementary Riverside | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Frank Augustus Miller Middle Riverside | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| William Howard Taft Elementary Riverside | 2.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Beacon Day School Riverside Riverside | 2.4 mi | — |
| Woodcrest Elementary Riverside | 2.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Citrus Hill High Perris | 2.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Castle View Elementary Riverside | 2.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Mead Valley Elementary Perris | 3.3 mi | 3.8 |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER Riverside | 4.0 mi | — |
| Edgemont Elementary Moreno Valley | 3.7 mi | 2.3 |
| Immanuel Lutheran Elementary Riverside | 4.2 mi | — |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Riverside | 4.2 mi | 5.5 |
| IMMANUEL HOUSE INSTITUTE OF HIGHER LEARNING Moreno Valley | 3.7 mi | — |
| Matthew Gage Middle Riverside | 4.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Seneca Elementary Moreno Valley | 4.3 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92508 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$144,485
Median Home Value
$656,800
Median Rent
$2,560/mo
Population
36,777
College Educated
38.4%
Homeownership
80.1%
Avg Commute
33.2 min
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Median Age
37.1
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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 6th.
How many students attend John F. Kennedy Elementary?
John F. Kennedy Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 882 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John F. Kennedy Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at John F. Kennedy Elementary is 25.9:1. 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 #7,459 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 4.9 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 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% 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?
28.6% 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
- 882
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 28.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Riverside County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.6%
- Phone
- (951) 789-7570
Resources & Links
District
Riverside Unified- District Enrollment
- 38,855
- Schools in District
- 49
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,005
- District Rank
- #37 of 48
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