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John F Kennedy

Elementary School · Holbrook

245 So. Franklin Street, Holbrook, MA 02343

Enrollment

669

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,213 of 1,793

In Holbrook

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

Holbrook

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John F Kennedy

5.4/10

Elementary School in Holbrook · grades Pre-K – 5th. 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 Holbrook, MA, part of Holbrook. John F Kennedy serves approximately 669 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. John F Kennedy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,213 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for John F Kennedy show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts below MA schools
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.08 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40.3% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36.7% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-1.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.9 pts
Overall Proficiency39% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-10.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile35th
Resources & Environment5.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,356
Chronic Absenteeism12.3%

John F Kennedy — Students at John F Kennedy score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 46.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 47.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
87%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
53%
ELA
56%
2018
Math
53%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
46.8%
ELA
50.5%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
45%
2021*
Math
25.5%
ELA
42.8%
2022
Math
33%
ELA
42.8%
2023
Math
45.7%
ELA
44.3%
2024
Math
49%
ELA
36.7%
2025
Math
40.3%
ELA
36.7%

* 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: 5.3/10.

How John F Kennedy Compares

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

Overall Score
5.4/10
32th percentile in MA
Academic
5.3/10
Average
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
5.9/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
53 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.3%

Location

245 So. Franklin Street, Holbrook, MA 02343

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering John F Kennedy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Liberty (rated 8.5/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Braintree), which scores notably higher. Another option is Highlands (rated 6.6/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Braintree), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Elizabeth G Lyons Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Randolph), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Holbrook, see our Holbrook schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Holbrook Middle High School Holbrook 0.0 mi 5.4
LIGHTHOUSE BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Holbrook 1.3 mi
CATS ACADEMY Braintree 1.6 mi 7.4
Highlands Braintree 2.0 mi 6.6
Brookfield Brockton 2.2 mi 5.5
J F Kennedy Elementary Randolph 1.9 mi 5.9
South Middle School Braintree 2.5 mi 8.5
Martin E Young Elementary Randolph 1.9 mi 3.4
Woodsdale Elementary School Abington 2.1 mi 4.8
Liberty Braintree 2.7 mi 8.5
Randolph High Randolph 2.2 mi 5.0
Avon Middle High School Avon 2.3 mi 4.8
Elizabeth G Lyons Elementary Randolph 2.7 mi 6.5
Ashfield Middle School Brockton 3.2 mi 7.7
Oscar F Raymond Brockton 3.4 mi 4.3
North Middle School Brockton 3.4 mi 6.5
Ralph D Butler Avon 3.1 mi 4.4
Louis F Angelo Elementary Brockton 3.8 mi 6.5
Braintree High Braintree 3.9 mi 6.4
CARDINAL SPELLMAN HIGH SCHOOL Brockton 3.9 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02343 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,198

Median Home Value

$435,300

Median Rent

$1,522/mo

Population

11,267

College Educated

36.5%

Homeownership

83.3%

Avg Commute

38.2 min

Poverty Rate

6.6%

Median Age

43

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Westminster Elementary Westminster, MA 5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about John F Kennedy

What grades does John F Kennedy serve?

John F Kennedy serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend John F Kennedy?

John F Kennedy has an enrollment of approximately 669 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at John F Kennedy?

The student-teacher ratio at John F Kennedy is 12.6:1. 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 #1,213 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is John F Kennedy's MySchoolScout rating?

John F Kennedy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
40 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
669
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
53
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Norfolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.3%

District

Holbrook
District Enrollment
1,309
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,356
District Rank
#2 of 2

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