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#6309 of 9,539 schools in CA
John F. Kennedy Elementary
Elementary School · Santa Ana Unified
1300 East McFadden, Santa Ana, CA 92705
Enrollment
402
Student-Teacher
20.1:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
402
Student-Teacher
20.1:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,309 of 9,539
In Santa Ana
#36 of 73
public schools
In district
#21 of 51
Santa Ana Unified
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About John F. Kennedy Elementary
John F. Kennedy Elementary is a public elementary school in Santa Ana, CA, part of Santa Ana Unified. John F.
Kennedy Elementary serves approximately 402 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.1:1 student-teacher ratio. John F. Kennedy Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #6,309 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for John F. Kennedy Elementary show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 5.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
John F. Kennedy Elementary runs 20.1:1 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.
31% 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 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.1%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.2/10.
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
1300 East McFadden, Santa Ana, CA 92705
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John F. Kennedy Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST JEANNE DE LESTONNAC SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Tustin), which scores notably higher. Another option is Edward B. Cole Academy (rated 6.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Garfield Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Santa Ana, see our Santa Ana schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Madison Elementary Santa Ana | 0.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Century High Santa Ana | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| College and Career Preparatory Academy Costa Mesa | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Roosevelt Walker Academy Santa Ana | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Raymond A. Villa Fundamental Intermediate Santa Ana | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Robert Heideman Elementary Tustin | 0.8 mi | 3.6 |
| ST ANNE SCHOOL Santa Ana | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate Santa Ana | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Edward B. Cole Academy Santa Ana | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Franklin Elementary Santa Ana | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| REACH Academy Santa Ana | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Thomas A. Edison Elementary Santa Ana | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Garfield Elementary Santa Ana | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| ST JEANNE DE LESTONNAC SCHOOL Tustin | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Cesar E. Chavez High Santa Ana | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Saint Jeanne de Lestonnac School Tustin | 1.2 mi | — |
| RICCA CHILDRENS LEARNING CENTER Santa Ana | 1.4 mi | — |
| SOUTH COAST METRO CHILDREN'S VILLAGE Santa Ana | 1.4 mi | — |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Santa Ana | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Monroe Elementary Santa Ana | 1.4 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92705 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$125,928
Median Home Value
$1,135,600
Median Rent
$2,250/mo
Population
48,680
College Educated
46.5%
Homeownership
61.5%
Avg Commute
24.3 min
Poverty Rate
9.4%
Median Age
39.8
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|---|---|
| Aliso Elementary Carpinteria, CA | 5.6 |
| Anderson Heights Elementary Anderson, CA | 5.6 |
| BETHEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Redding, CA | 5.6 |
| Camino Elementary Camino, CA | 5.6 |
| Carmela Elementary Whittier, CA | 5.6 |
| Cielo Vista Elementary Rancho Santa Margarita, CA | 5.6 |
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 402 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John F. Kennedy Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at John F. Kennedy Elementary is 20.1:1. 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 #6,309 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 5.6 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?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John F. Kennedy Elementary has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% 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?
84.1% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 402
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.8%
- Phone
- (714) 972-5700
Resources & Links
District
Santa Ana Unified- District Enrollment
- 38,031
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,309
- District Rank
- #21 of 51
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