Very Good
#359 of 1,791 schools in MA
Top 20% in state
John F Kennedy
Elementary School · Canton
100 Dedham Street, Canton, MA 02021
Enrollment
457
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
457
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Canton
#1 of 7
public schools
Massachusetts elementary schools
#227 of 1,022
In district
#1 of 6
Canton
Equity
8.5 / 10
Exceptional
About John F Kennedy
John F Kennedy Elementary School serves 457 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Canton, Massachusetts, with a favorable 12:1 student-teacher ratio supported by 38 full-time equivalent teachers. This regular public school has earned recognition as a high-performing institution, ranking in the 85th percentile statewide at #268 out of 1,796 Massachusetts elementary schools with a 7.4 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating. Academically, the school demonstrates strong performance with 63% of students achieving proficiency or above in mathematics and 54% meeting or exceeding standards in English Language Arts and reading across all grade levels.
These results contribute to the school's solid 7.9 out of 10 academic score, reflecting consistent student achievement. The school draws families from a well-established community where 62% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher and the median household income reaches $130,134. Located at 100 Dedham Street, John F Kennedy Elementary sits in Canton's large suburban setting within Norfolk County, an area characterized by median home values of $636,800 and a low poverty rate of just 5.1%.
The school serves a ZIP code population of approximately 24,293 residents in this affluent suburban community.
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: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
0%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 60 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: 7.7/10.
How John F Kennedy Compares
See how John F Kennedy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 67% (2019) to 63% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 68% (2019) to 54% (2022).
Location
100 Dedham Street, Canton, MA 02021
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John F Kennedy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Greenlodge (rated 8.7/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Dedham), which scores notably higher. Another option is Downey (rated 8.7/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Westwood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Richard L. Wilkins Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Stoughton), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Canton, see our Canton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Rodman Early Childhood Center Canton | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Canton High Canton | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Wm H Galvin Middle Canton | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Lt Peter M Hansen Canton | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Dean S Luce Canton | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST SCHOOL Canton | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| THE BLUE HILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Canton | 1.5 mi | — |
| BEACON SCHOLASTIC ACADEMY Westwood | 1.9 mi | — |
| DBA:CLARKE SCHOOL BOSTON Canton | 1.9 mi | — |
| Blue Hills Regional Vocational Technical Canton | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Charles J Prescott Norwood | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Helen Hansen Elementary Stoughton | 3.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Greenlodge Dedham | 3.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Downey Westwood | 3.2 mi | 8.7 |
| THACHER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Milton | 3.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Richard L. Wilkins Elementary School Stoughton | 3.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Cornelius M Callahan Norwood | 2.8 mi | 6.0 |
| AHAVATH TORAH CONGREGATION Stoughton | 3.3 mi | — |
| O'Donnell Middle School Stoughton | 3.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Stoughton High Stoughton | 3.6 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02021 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$128,341
Median Home Value
$665,500
Median Rent
$2,237/mo
Population
24,459
College Educated
65.5%
Homeownership
75.5%
Avg Commute
36.4 min
Poverty Rate
4.4%
Median Age
42.8
Community Profile
The community surrounding John F Kennedy has a median household income of $128,341. It is a well-educated community where 66% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $665,500, with a median rent of $2,237/month. The local poverty rate of 4.4% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Barnstable Community Innovation School Hyannis, MA | 7.6 |
| Bowen Newton Centre, MA | 7.6 |
| Center Longmeadow, MA | 7.6 |
| DEDHAM COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Dedham, MA | 7.6 |
| Daniel Butler Belmont, MA | 7.6 |
| Deerfield Elementary South Deerfield, MA | 7.6 |
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 457 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John F Kennedy?
The student-teacher ratio at John F Kennedy is 12:1. 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 is ranked #359 out of 1,791 schools in MA.
What is John F Kennedy's MySchoolScout rating?
John F Kennedy has a composite rating of 7.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at John F Kennedy?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, John F Kennedy has 62.3% math proficiency and 61.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
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
- 457
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Norfolk County
- Phone
- (781) 821-5080
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Canton- District Enrollment
- 3,277
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,828
- District Rank
- #1 of 6
Other Schools in This District
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