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#1298 of 1,793 schools in MA
John F Kennedy
Elementary School · Brockton
900 Ash Street, Brockton, MA 02301
Enrollment
503
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
503
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,298 of 1,793
In Brockton
#15 of 24
public schools
In district
#14 of 23
Brockton
Academic growth
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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John F Kennedy
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About John F Kennedy
John F Kennedy is a public elementary school in Brockton, MA, part of Brockton. John F Kennedy serves approximately 503 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. John F Kennedy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,298 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for John F Kennedy show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at John F Kennedy 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.
Score Breakdown
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John F Kennedy — Students at John F Kennedy score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 test records from MA 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: 7.1/10.
How John F Kennedy Compares
See how John F Kennedy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
900 Ash Street, Brockton, MA 02301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John F Kennedy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Manthala George Jr. School (rated 6.7/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Louis F Angelo Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Edgar B Davis (rated 5.6/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Brockton, see our Brockton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Brockton High Brockton | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Edison Evening Academy Brockton | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Brockton Virtual Learning Academy Brockton | 0.6 mi | 4.2 |
| South Middle School Brockton | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| West Middle School Brockton | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Dr W Arnone Community School Brockton | 1.5 mi | 3.6 |
| Gilmore Elementary School Brockton | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| New Heights Charter School of Brockton Brockton | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Barrett Russell Early Childhood Center Brockton | 2.1 mi | 2.7 |
| Plouffe Middle School Brockton | 2.0 mi | 3.5 |
| PROMISE College and Career Academy Brockton | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Rose L Macdonald West Bridgewater | 2.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Manthala George Jr. School Brockton | 2.6 mi | 6.7 |
| BROCKTON AREA SDA ACADEMY Brockton | 2.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Edgar B Davis Brockton | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Hancock Brockton | 2.3 mi | 3.4 |
| Louis F Angelo Elementary Brockton | 2.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Huntington Therapeutic Day School Brockton | 2.7 mi | 4.1 |
| North Middle School Brockton | 3.0 mi | 6.5 |
| West Bridgewater Junior/Senior West Bridgewater | 2.9 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,727
Median Home Value
$414,200
Median Rent
$1,566/mo
Population
68,608
College Educated
21.7%
Homeownership
50%
Avg Commute
32.7 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
35.4
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alfred J Gomes New Bedford, MA | 5.1 |
| C A Farley Hudson, MA | 5.1 |
| Dever Elementary School Dorchester, MA | 5.1 |
| Emily G Wetherbee Lawrence, MA | 5.1 |
| Joseph A Campbell Elementary Dracut, MA | 5.1 |
| Mary K. Goode Elementary School Middleborough, MA | 5.1 |
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 5th.
How many students attend John F Kennedy?
John F Kennedy has an enrollment of approximately 503 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John F Kennedy?
The student-teacher ratio at John F Kennedy is 15.7:1. 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 #1,298 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is John F Kennedy's MySchoolScout rating?
John F Kennedy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 503
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Plymouth County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.8%
- Phone
- (508) 580-7278
Resources & Links
District
Brockton- District Enrollment
- 14,954
- Schools in District
- 24
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,618
- District Rank
- #14 of 23
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