Very Good
#2274 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 24% in state
Kennedy Middle
Middle School · El Centro Elementary
900 North Sixth St., EL Centro, CA 92243
Enrollment
438
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
7.6
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
438
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
7.6
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,274 of 9,539
In EL Centro
#2 of 21
public schools
In district
#2 of 12
El Centro Elementary
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Kennedy Middle
Middle School in EL Centro · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Kennedy Middle
Kennedy Middle is a public middle school in EL Centro, CA, part of El Centro Elementary. Kennedy Middle serves approximately 438 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. Kennedy Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,274 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Kennedy Middle show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- CA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Kennedy Middle — Students at Kennedy Middle score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 28 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.4/10.
How Kennedy Middle Compares
See how Kennedy Middle 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
900 North Sixth St., EL Centro, CA 92243
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kennedy Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Ballington Academy for the Arts and Sciences (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby San Diego), which scores slightly higher. Another option is McKinley Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Central Union High (rated 6.9/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in EL Centro, see our EL Centro schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| McKinley Elementary El Centro | 0.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Lincoln Elementary El Centro | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Central Union High El Centro | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Ballington Academy for the Arts and Sciences San Diego | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Harding Elementary El Centro | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Booker T. Washington Elementary El Centro | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Wilson Jr. High El Centro | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary El Centro | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Margaret Hedrick Elementary El Centro | 1.3 mi | 3.4 |
| Desert Oasis High (Continuation) El Centro | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Phoenix Rising High El Centro | 1.5 mi | — |
| ST MARY S SCHOOL El Centro | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| St. Marys School El Centro | 1.5 mi | — |
| Desert Garden Elementary El Centro | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Christian Home Academy El Centro | 1.7 mi | — |
| Imperial Valley Home School Academy El Centro | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Sunflower Elementary El Centro | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Valley Academy El Centro | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| De Anza Magnet El Centro | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Valley Christian Heritage School Imperial | 1.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92243 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,890
Median Home Value
$286,100
Median Rent
$992/mo
Population
48,556
College Educated
16.2%
Homeownership
51.5%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
20.2%
Median Age
31.5
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| Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate Garden Grove, CA | 7.6 |
| Imperial Middle La Habra, CA | 7.6 |
| PUC Excel Charter Academy Burbank, CA | 7.6 |
| Ranchos Middle Madera, CA | 7.6 |
| Sequoia Middle Porterville, CA | 7.6 |
| Shoreline Middle Santa Cruz, CA | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kennedy Middle
What grades does Kennedy Middle serve?
Kennedy Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Kennedy Middle?
Kennedy Middle has an enrollment of approximately 438 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kennedy Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Kennedy Middle is 19:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kennedy Middle rank in CA?
Kennedy Middle ranks #2,274 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Kennedy Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Kennedy Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Kennedy Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kennedy Middle has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Kennedy Middle a charter school?
No, Kennedy Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kennedy Middle a Title I school?
No, Kennedy Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kennedy Middle?
91.8% of students at Kennedy Middle 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
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 438
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Imperial County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.6%
- Phone
- (760) 352-0444
Resources & Links
District
El Centro Elementary- District Enrollment
- 5,182
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,901
- District Rank
- #2 of 12
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