Very Good
#520 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 29% in state
John F Kennedy
Elementary School · Billerica
20 Kimbrough Rd, Billerica, MA 01821
Enrollment
328
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
328
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#520 of 1,793
In Billerica
#6 of 8
public schools
In district
#5 of 8
Billerica
Equity
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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John F Kennedy
Elementary School in Billerica · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About John F Kennedy
John F Kennedy is a public elementary school in Billerica, MA, part of Billerica. John F Kennedy serves approximately 328 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. John F Kennedy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #520 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for John F Kennedy show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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John F Kennedy — Students at John F Kennedy score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 62 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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 Compares
See how John F Kennedy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
20 Kimbrough Rd, Billerica, MA 01821
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John F Kennedy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Parker (rated 7.6/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Hajjar Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 2.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Heath-Brook (rated 7.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Tewksbury), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Billerica, see our Billerica schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Locke Middle Billerica | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Heath-Brook Tewksbury | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School Billerica | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Shawsheen Elementary Wilmington | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Thomas Ditson Billerica | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Tewksbury Memorial High Tewksbury | 2.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Marshall Middle School Billerica | 2.0 mi | 7.8 |
| John W. Wynn Middle Tewksbury | 2.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Parker Billerica | 2.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Billerica Memorial High School Billerica | 2.2 mi | 4.7 |
| John F. Ryan Tewksbury | 3.0 mi | 4.8 |
| West Intermediate Wilmington | 2.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Wilmington Middle School Wilmington | 2.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Boutwell Wilmington | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Hajjar Elementary Billerica | 2.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Pine Glen Elementary Burlington | 3.3 mi | 6.8 |
| NASHOBA LEARNING GROUP Bedford | 3.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Fox Hill Burlington | 3.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Frederick J Dutile North Billerica | 3.2 mi | 5.7 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF BURLINGTON Burlington | 4.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01821 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$142,564
Median Home Value
$581,300
Median Rent
$2,211/mo
Population
30,203
College Educated
41.7%
Homeownership
81.1%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
44.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bernardston Elementary Bernardston, MA | 7.3 |
| Bowen Newton Centre, MA | 7.3 |
| Early Childhood Center Dedham, MA | 7.3 |
| East Fairhaven Fairhaven, MA | 7.3 |
| Eddy Elementary Brewster, MA | 7.3 |
| Hill-Roberts Elementary School Attleboro, MA | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John F Kennedy
What grades does John F Kennedy serve?
John F Kennedy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend John F Kennedy?
John F Kennedy has an enrollment of approximately 328 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John F Kennedy?
The student-teacher ratio at John F Kennedy is 13.7:1. 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 rank in MA?
John F Kennedy ranks #520 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is John F Kennedy's MySchoolScout rating?
John F Kennedy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John F Kennedy has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is John F Kennedy a charter school?
No, John F Kennedy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John F Kennedy a Title I school?
No, John F Kennedy is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 328
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.2%
- Phone
- (978) 528-8570
Resources & Links
District
Billerica- District Enrollment
- 4,901
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,121
- District Rank
- #5 of 8
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