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#842 of 1,294 schools in KS
John F Kennedy Elem
Elementary School · Kansas City
2600 N 72nd St, Kansas City, KS 66109
Enrollment
417
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
417
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Kansas schools
#842 of 1,294
In Kansas City
#29 of 54
public schools
In district
#22 of 42
Kansas City
Academic growth
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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John F Kennedy Elem
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About John F Kennedy Elem
John F Kennedy Elem is a public elementary school in Kansas City, KS, part of Kansas City. John F Kennedy Elem serves approximately 417 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. John F Kennedy Elem has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #842 of 1,294 schools in KS.
Structured state assessment records for John F Kennedy Elem show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- KS avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at John F Kennedy Elem sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
31% of students at John F Kennedy Elem were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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John F Kennedy Elem — Students at John F Kennedy Elem score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores KS KAP (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from KS state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 7.0/10.
How John F Kennedy Elem Compares
See how John F Kennedy Elem performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2600 N 72nd St, Kansas City, KS 66109
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John F Kennedy Elem may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST PATRICKS SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lowell Brune Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Claude A Huyck Elem (rated 7.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| D D Eisenhower Middle Kansas City | 0.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Washington High Kansas City | 0.6 mi | 3.6 |
| 500 Reach Kansas City | 0.7 mi | 2.7 |
| Hazel Grove Elem Kansas City | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Arrowhead Middle Kansas City | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Gloria Willis Middle School Kansas City | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| F L Schlagle High Kansas City | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Claude A Huyck Elem Kansas City | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Alfred Fairfax Academy Kansas City | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Stony Point North Kansas City | 2.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Turner Sixth Grade Academy Kansas City | 2.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Lowell Brune Elementary School Kansas City | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Stony Point South Kansas City | 2.8 mi | 6.6 |
| CHRIST THE KING PARISH SCHOOL Kansas City | 2.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Lindbergh Elem Kansas City | 2.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Welborn Elem Kansas City | 2.5 mi | 6.0 |
| ST PATRICKS SCHOOL Kansas City | 3.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Eugene Ware Elem Kansas City | 3.2 mi | 5.3 |
| West Park Elementary School Kansas City | 3.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Turner Middle School Kansas City | 4.7 mi | 3.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 66109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,830
Median Home Value
$255,500
Median Rent
$1,626/mo
Population
27,715
College Educated
33%
Homeownership
78.6%
Avg Commute
23.7 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
37.9
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Circle Oil Hill Elementary El Dorado, KS | 5.7 |
| Derby Hills Elem Derby, KS | 5.7 |
| Nieman Elem Shawnee, KS | 5.7 |
| Riley Elem Great Bend, KS | 5.7 |
| Rossville Elem Rossville, KS | 5.7 |
| Schwegler Elem Lawrence, KS | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John F Kennedy Elem
What grades does John F Kennedy Elem serve?
John F Kennedy Elem serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend John F Kennedy Elem?
John F Kennedy Elem has an enrollment of approximately 417 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John F Kennedy Elem?
The student-teacher ratio at John F Kennedy Elem is 15.4:1. 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 rank in KS?
John F Kennedy Elem ranks #842 of 1,294 schools in KS.
What is John F Kennedy Elem's MySchoolScout rating?
John F Kennedy Elem has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John F Kennedy Elem has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is John F Kennedy Elem a charter school?
No, John F Kennedy Elem is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John F Kennedy Elem a Title I school?
No, John F Kennedy Elem is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John F Kennedy Elem?
75.8% of students at John F Kennedy Elem 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 417
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Wyandotte County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.7%
- Phone
- (913) 627-4950
Resources & Links
District
Kansas City- District Enrollment
- 21,132
- Schools in District
- 43
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,613
- District Rank
- #22 of 42
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