Excellent
#1053 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 11% in state
Kennedy (john F.) Elementary
Elementary School · ABC Unified
17500 Belshire Ave., Artesia, CA 90701
Enrollment
372
Student-Teacher
20.7:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
372
Student-Teacher
20.7:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,053 of 9,539
In Artesia
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#13 of 30
ABC Unified
Academic performance
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Kennedy (john F.) Elementary
Elementary School in Artesia · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Kennedy (john F.) Elementary
Kennedy (john F.) Elementary is a public elementary school in Artesia, CA, part of ABC Unified. Kennedy (john F.) Elementary serves approximately 372 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 20.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Kennedy (john F.) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,053 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Kennedy (john F.) Elementary show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- District avg 7.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Kennedy (john F.) Elementary runs 20.7:1 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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Kennedy (john F.) Elementary — Students at Kennedy (john F.) Elementary score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.4%
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
→ 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: 8.0/10.
How Kennedy (john F.) Elementary Compares
See how Kennedy (john F.) 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
17500 Belshire Ave., Artesia, CA 90701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kennedy (john F.) Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Carver (Charles J.) Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Cerritos), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ABC Virtual Academy (rated 8.8/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Cerritos), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Wittmann (Helen) Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Cerritos), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Artesia, see our Artesia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Tracy (Wilbur) High (Continuation) Cerritos | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| ABC Secondary (Alternative) Cerritos | 0.5 mi | — |
| Elliott (William F) Elementary Artesia | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Ross (Faye) Middle Artesia | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Juarez (Benito) Elementary Cerritos | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| ABC Virtual Academy Cerritos | 0.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Cerritos High Cerritos | 0.6 mi | 8.4 |
| OUR LADY OF FATIMA SCHOOL Artesia | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Wittmann (Helen) Elementary Cerritos | 0.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Our Lady of Fatima Artesia | 0.9 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI HOUSE OF CHILDREN Artesia | 0.9 mi | — |
| Arturo Sanchez Elementary Norwalk | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Carver (Charles J.) Elementary Cerritos | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Whitney (Gretchen) High Cerritos | 1.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Niemes (John H.) Elementary Artesia | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Burbank (Luther) Elementary Artesia | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Leal (Frank C.) Elementary Cerritos | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Nixon (Patricia) Elementary Cerritos | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Earl E. Edmondson Elementary Norwalk | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Stowers(Cecil B.) Elementary Cerritos | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$97,712
Median Home Value
$763,700
Median Rent
$2,276/mo
Population
16,044
College Educated
31.8%
Homeownership
53.6%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.9%
Median Age
40.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Adams Elementary Santa Barbara, CA | 8.3 |
| Alvarado Elementary San Francisco, CA | 8.3 |
| Arbolita Elementary La Habra, CA | 8.3 |
| Briarwood Elementary Santa Clara, CA | 8.3 |
| CHANDLER SCHOOL Pasadena, CA | 8.3 |
| Chabot Elementary Castro Valley, CA | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kennedy (john F.) Elementary
What grades does Kennedy (john F.) Elementary serve?
Kennedy (john F.) Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Kennedy (john F.) Elementary?
Kennedy (john F.) Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 372 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kennedy (john F.) Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Kennedy (john F.) Elementary is 20.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kennedy (john F.) Elementary rank in CA?
Kennedy (john F.) Elementary ranks #1,053 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Kennedy (john F.) Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Kennedy (john F.) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Kennedy (john F.) Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kennedy (john F.) Elementary has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Kennedy (john F.) Elementary a charter school?
No, Kennedy (john F.) Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kennedy (john F.) Elementary a Title I school?
No, Kennedy (john F.) Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kennedy (john F.) Elementary?
69.4% of students at Kennedy (john F.) 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 372
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.5%
- Phone
- (562) 229-7875
Resources & Links
District
ABC Unified- District Enrollment
- 18,081
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,234
- District Rank
- #13 of 30
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