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#20 of 157 private schools in IA

Top 12% of private schools

John F Kennedy Catholic School

Elementary School

1627 W 42ND ST, Davenport, IA 52806

Private

Enrollment

340

Student-Teacher

10.9:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Iowa private schools

#20 of 157

In Davenport

#1 of 5

public schools

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John F Kennedy Catholic School

7.6/10

Elementary School in Davenport · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Mid City High

5.4/10

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Williams Intermediate

1.9/10

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About John F Kennedy Catholic School

John F Kennedy Catholic School is a private elementary school in Davenport, IA. John F Kennedy Catholic School serves approximately 340 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. John F Kennedy Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #20 of 157 private schools in IA.

Structured state assessment records for John F Kennedy Catholic School show 76% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).

How it compares1.1 pts above IA schools
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • IA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

John F Kennedy Catholic School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How John F Kennedy Catholic School compares to 17 public schools serving similar grades in Davenport, IA

Student-Teacher Ratio
10.9:1
This School
vs
13.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
340
This School
vs
445
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.6
This School
vs
3.7
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 76.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 17.1% vs 0%
Asian 2.1% vs 0%
Black 0.9% vs 0%
John F Kennedy Catholic School Davenport Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
John F Kennedy Catholic School (this school) 7.6
Mid City High 5.4
Williams Intermediate 1.9
Adams Elementary School 2.8
Harrison Elementary School 5.6
Wood Intermediate 3.7
Truman Elementary School 4.3
Wilson Elementary School 4.2
Garfield Elementary School 2.9
Madison Elementary School 1.7
Fillmore Elementary School 5.5
Jefferson Elementary School 2.0
Frank L Smart Intermediate 1.9
Sudlow Intermediate 5.0
Eisenhower Elementary School 4.4
Jackson Elementary School 3.5
McKinley Elementary School 4.9
Hayes Elementary School 3.5

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in IA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B 6.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.8 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,281.6
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 39%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 340
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in IA

Test Scores IA ISASP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 76.4% (2025 ISASP)
School
State
74.0% (2025 ISASP)
ELA Proficiency 80.8% (2025 ISASP)
School
State
74.6% (2025 ISASP)

Based on 14 test records from IA state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 76.2%
Hispanic 17.1%
Two or More 3.8%
Asian 2.1%
Black 0.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1627 W 42ND ST, Davenport, IA 52806

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering John F Kennedy Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST PAUL THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 2.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Davenport, see our Davenport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Mid City High Davenport 0.5 mi 5.4
Williams Intermediate Davenport 0.9 mi 1.9
Adams Elementary School Davenport 0.9 mi 2.8
Harrison Elementary School Davenport 1.0 mi 5.6
Wood Intermediate Davenport 1.1 mi 3.7
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Davenport 1.2 mi 5.8
Truman Elementary School Davenport 1.2 mi 4.3
North High School Davenport 1.3 mi 3.4
ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Davenport 1.7 mi 6.3
Fillmore Elementary School Davenport 2.2 mi 5.5
Children's Village West Davenport 2.2 mi 2.8
Jefferson Elementary School Davenport 2.3 mi 2.0
Wilson Elementary School Davenport 2.1 mi 4.2
Madison Elementary School Davenport 2.1 mi 1.7
Central High School Davenport 2.5 mi 3.9
Garfield Elementary School Davenport 2.1 mi 2.9
Frank L Smart Intermediate Davenport 2.7 mi 1.9
West High School Davenport 2.4 mi 3.5
ST PAUL THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Davenport 2.4 mi 7.2
Sudlow Intermediate Davenport 2.8 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 52806 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,682

Median Home Value

$188,100

Median Rent

$976/mo

Population

27,695

College Educated

31.9%

Homeownership

70.1%

Avg Commute

18.5 min

Poverty Rate

10%

Median Age

39.3

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Big Creek Elementary Polk City, IA 7.6
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Horace Mann Elementary School Iowa City, IA 7.6
Center Point-Urbana Intermediate School Center Point, IA 7.5
Highland Elementary School Waterloo, IA 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about John F Kennedy Catholic School

What grades does John F Kennedy Catholic School serve?

John F Kennedy Catholic School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend John F Kennedy Catholic School?

John F Kennedy Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 340 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at John F Kennedy Catholic School is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does John F Kennedy Catholic School rank in IA?

John F Kennedy Catholic School ranks #20 of 157 private schools in IA.

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

John F Kennedy Catholic School 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 John F Kennedy Catholic School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, John F Kennedy Catholic School has 76% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).

Is John F Kennedy Catholic School a private school?

Yes, John F Kennedy Catholic School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is John F Kennedy Catholic School a religious school?

John F Kennedy Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
48 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
340
Gender Split
58% M / 42% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
178 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Scott County

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