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#445 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 25% in state

J F Kennedy Memorial

Elementary School · Franklin

551 Pond Street, Franklin, MA 02038

Enrollment

331

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#445 of 1,793

In Franklin

#4 of 12

public schools

In district

#4 of 10

Franklin

Equity

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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J F Kennedy Memorial

7.6/10

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

Tri-county Regional Vocational Technical

7.4/10

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7.4/10

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About J F Kennedy Memorial

J F Kennedy Memorial is a public elementary school in Franklin, MA, part of Franklin. J F Kennedy Memorial serves approximately 331 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. J F Kennedy Memorial has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #445 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for J F Kennedy Memorial show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.6
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.8Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.91 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics8.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency72% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency67% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+10.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile83th
Resources & Environment5.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,549
Chronic Absenteeism9.7%

J F Kennedy Memorial — Students at J F Kennedy Memorial score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 79.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 79.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
82%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
88%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
79%
2012
Math
86%
ELA
81%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
80%
2014
Math
85%
ELA
80%
2015
Math
89%
ELA
88%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2018
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2019
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2021*
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2022
Math
72%
ELA
62%

* 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: 7.8/10.

How J F Kennedy Memorial Compares

See how J F Kennedy Memorial performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.6/10
75th percentile in MA
Academic
8.9/10
Excellent
Growth
7.8/10
Very Good
Environment
5.1/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.7%

Location

551 Pond Street, Franklin, MA 02038

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering J F Kennedy Memorial may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jefferson Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 3.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Oak Street Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Burke/Memorial Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Medway), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Franklin, see our Franklin schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical Franklin 1.0 mi 7.4
Franklin High Franklin 1.4 mi 7.4
Horace Mann Franklin 1.6 mi 7.8
Oak Street Elementary Franklin 1.6 mi 8.0
Franklin Early Childhood Development Center Franklin 1.6 mi 4.9
Helen Keller Elementary Franklin 1.5 mi 6.6
Annie Sullivan Middle School Franklin 1.5 mi 6.9
Stall Brook Bellingham 1.8 mi 5.0
Bellingham Early Childhood Center Bellingham 1.8 mi 3.6
Burke/Memorial Elementary School Medway 2.6 mi 7.8
Medway Middle Medway 2.8 mi 7.4
Medway High Medway 3.2 mi 6.7
Parmenter Franklin 3.0 mi 6.9
John D Mc Govern Elementary Medway 3.3 mi 6.4
Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School Franklin 3.5 mi 5.7
Bellingham High School Bellingham 3.1 mi 6.3
Jefferson Elementary Franklin 3.9 mi 8.8
Remington Middle Franklin 3.9 mi 6.2
Bellingham Memorial School Bellingham 3.4 mi 4.8
WOODSIDE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Millis 4.0 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02038 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$142,788

Median Home Value

$567,100

Median Rent

$1,856/mo

Population

33,067

College Educated

56.4%

Homeownership

78.4%

Avg Commute

34.3 min

Poverty Rate

5.5%

Median Age

42.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about J F Kennedy Memorial

What grades does J F Kennedy Memorial serve?

J F Kennedy Memorial serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend J F Kennedy Memorial?

J F Kennedy Memorial has an enrollment of approximately 331 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at J F Kennedy Memorial?

The student-teacher ratio at J F Kennedy Memorial is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does J F Kennedy Memorial rank in MA?

J F Kennedy Memorial ranks #445 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is J F Kennedy Memorial's MySchoolScout rating?

J F Kennedy Memorial 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 J F Kennedy Memorial?

Based on loaded state assessment records, J F Kennedy Memorial has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is J F Kennedy Memorial a charter school?

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

Is J F Kennedy Memorial a Title I school?

No, J F Kennedy Memorial is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
331
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Norfolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.7%

District

Franklin
District Enrollment
4,680
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,549
District Rank
#4 of 10

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