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Top 44% in state

John F Kennedy Elem School

Elementary School · Schiller Park SD 81

3945 Wehrman Ave, Schiller Park, IL 60176

Enrollment

606

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Pre-K – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#1,664 of 3,813

In Schiller Park

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Schiller Park SD 81

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John F Kennedy Elem School

6.5/10

Elementary School in Schiller Park · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Lincoln Middle School

6.2/10

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7.5/10

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About John F Kennedy Elem School

John F Kennedy Elem School is a public elementary school in Schiller Park, IL, part of Schiller Park SD 81. John F Kennedy Elem School serves approximately 606 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. John F Kennedy Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,664 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for John F Kennedy Elem School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency20% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)15% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+4.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile54th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,240
Chronic Absenteeism23.8%

John F Kennedy Elem School — Students at John F Kennedy Elem School score 20% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 15%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

74.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 51.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 48.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
92%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2022
ELA
22%

* 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: 6.1/10.

How John F Kennedy Elem School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.5/10
56th percentile in IL
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
6.9/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
75%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
53 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.8%

Location

3945 Wehrman Ave, Schiller Park, IL 60176

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering John F Kennedy Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Passow Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Franklin Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is North Elem School (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Franklin Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BRICKTON MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Chicago), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Schiller Park, see our Schiller Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Lincoln Middle School Schiller Park 0.4 mi 6.2
East Leyden High School Franklin Park 0.8 mi 7.5
North Elem School Franklin Park 1.0 mi 8.1
Washington Elem School Schiller Park 1.3 mi 6.0
Passow Elementary School Franklin Park 1.4 mi 8.4
Hester Jr High School Franklin Park 1.4 mi 7.3
Mannheim Middle School Melrose Park 1.8 mi 6.1
Dan H Pietrini Elem School Franklin Park 1.9 mi 7.2
Scott Elementary School Melrose Park 2.1 mi 6.3
Westdale Elem School Northlake 2.1 mi 6.2
West Leyden High School Northlake 2.2 mi 7.2
Mannheim Early Childhood Ctr Northlake 2.1 mi 7.5
Roy Elem School Northlake 2.4 mi 5.4
Whittier Primary School Northlake 2.7 mi 3.8
Rosemont Elem School Rosemont 2.8 mi 6.2
Rhodes Elem School River Grove 2.5 mi 5.9
Dirksen Elem School Chicago 2.5 mi 7.0
Grant Primary Stone Park 3.0 mi 4.6
BRICKTON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Chicago 2.7 mi 7.3
River Grove Elem School River Grove 2.6 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60176 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,473

Median Home Value

$276,200

Median Rent

$1,214/mo

Population

11,454

College Educated

27.8%

Homeownership

53.4%

Avg Commute

26.3 min

Poverty Rate

6%

Median Age

36.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about John F Kennedy Elem School

What grades does John F Kennedy Elem School serve?

John F Kennedy Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.

How many students attend John F Kennedy Elem School?

John F Kennedy Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 606 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at John F Kennedy Elem 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 Elem School rank in IL?

John F Kennedy Elem School ranks #1,664 of 3,813 schools in IL.

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

John F Kennedy Elem 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 Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, John F Kennedy Elem School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is John F Kennedy Elem School a charter school?

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

Is John F Kennedy Elem School a Title I school?

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

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

74.9% of students at John F Kennedy Elem 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
52 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
606
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
53
Free/Reduced Lunch
74.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.8%

District

Schiller Park SD 81
District Enrollment
1,357
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,240
District Rank
#1 of 3

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