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#483 of 990 schools in CT

Top 49% in state

John F. Kennedy School

Elementary School · Windsor School District

530 Park Ave., Windsor, CT 06095

Enrollment

388

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

6.5

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#483 of 990

In Windsor

#4 of 7

public schools

In district

#4 of 6

Windsor School District

School environment

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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John F. Kennedy School

6.5/10

Elementary School in Windsor · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.8/10

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4.9/10

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About John F. Kennedy School

John F. Kennedy School is a public elementary school in Windsor, CT, part of Windsor School District. John F.

Kennedy School serves approximately 388 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. John F. Kennedy School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #483 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for John F. Kennedy School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.4 pts below district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 7.9
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.15 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency33% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency38% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile32th
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,872
Chronic Absenteeism10.1%

John F. Kennedy School — Students at John F. Kennedy School score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

46.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 51.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 51.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from CT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
77%
ELA
61%
2010
Math
74%
ELA
64%
2011
Math
84%
ELA
69%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
68%
2013
Math
64%
ELA
64%
2014
Math
39%
ELA
45%
2015
Math
39%
ELA
43%
2016
Math
45%
ELA
45%
2017
Math
39%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
44%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
44%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
30%
ELA
38%
2021*
Math
30%
ELA
38%
2022
Math
33%
ELA
43%

* 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: 6.2/10.

How John F. Kennedy School Compares

See how John F. Kennedy School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
51th percentile in CT
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
6.2/10
Average
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
46%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

530 Park Ave., Windsor, CT 06095

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering John F. Kennedy School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Laurel Literacy Academy (rated 9.6/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Bloomfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Clover Street School (rated 6.8/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ST GABRIEL SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Windsor, see our Windsor schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Clover Street School Windsor 0.7 mi 6.8
Sage Park Middle School Windsor 0.9 mi 4.9
Windsor High School Windsor 1.1 mi 5.5
ST GABRIEL SCHOOL Windsor 1.7 mi 6.7
THE LOOMIS CHAFFEE SCHOOL Windsor 1.8 mi 8.3
Metacomet School Bloomfield 2.0 mi 5.2
Milner Middle School Hartford 2.7 mi 5.0
Carmen Arace Middle School Bloomfield 2.3 mi 4.3
Carmen Arace Intermediate School Bloomfield 2.3 mi 4.8
WINDSOR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Windsor 2.5 mi
Bulkeley High School Hartford 2.8 mi 4.0
OAK HILL SCHOOL Hartford 3.0 mi 7.2
PRAISE POWER & PRAYER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Windsor 2.8 mi 6.0
Laurel Literacy Academy Bloomfield 2.5 mi 9.6
Rawson School Hartford 3.2 mi 3.6
Weaver High School Hartford 3.1 mi 3.5
Kinsella Magnet School of Performing Arts: High School Campu Hartford 3.1 mi
Bloomfield High School Bloomfield 2.7 mi 5.6
University High School of Science and Engineering Hartford 3.4 mi 7.0
STEM Magnet at Annie Fisher School Hartford 3.6 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06095 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,548

Median Home Value

$283,800

Median Rent

$1,587/mo

Population

29,367

College Educated

43.9%

Homeownership

81.9%

Avg Commute

21.9 min

Poverty Rate

5.2%

Median Age

42.7

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Andrew Avenue School Naugatuck, CT 6.5
Anna E. Norris School East Hartford, CT 6.5
Broad Brook Elementary School East Windsor, CT 6.5
Charles Barnum Magnet School Groton, CT 6.5
Edna C. Stevens School Cromwell, CT 6.5
Emma Hart Willard School Berlin, CT 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about John F. Kennedy School

What grades does John F. Kennedy School serve?

John F. Kennedy School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend John F. Kennedy School?

John F. Kennedy School has an enrollment of approximately 388 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at John F. Kennedy School?

The student-teacher ratio at John F. Kennedy School is 11.4:1. 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 School rank in CT?

John F. Kennedy School ranks #483 of 990 schools in CT.

What is John F. Kennedy School's MySchoolScout rating?

John F. Kennedy School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, John F. Kennedy School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is John F. Kennedy School a charter school?

No, John F. Kennedy School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is John F. Kennedy School a Title I school?

No, John F. Kennedy School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John F. Kennedy School?

46.1% of students at John F. Kennedy School 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
388
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Connecticut Planning Region 1
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.1%

District

Windsor School District
District Enrollment
3,342
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$27,872
District Rank
#4 of 6

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