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John F Kennedy Elementary

Elementary School · Blackstone-Millville

200 Lincoln Street, Blackstone, MA 01504

Enrollment

115

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

5.6

Grades

3rd – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,131 of 1,793

In Blackstone

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

Blackstone-Millville

Academic performance

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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John F Kennedy Elementary

5.6/10

Elementary School in Blackstone · grades 3rd – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

A F Maloney

6.2/10

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5.2/10

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About John F Kennedy Elementary

John F Kennedy Elementary is a public elementary school in Blackstone, MA, part of Blackstone-Millville. John F Kennedy Elementary serves approximately 115 students, and covers grades 3rd-3rd, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. John F Kennedy Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,131 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for John F Kennedy Elementary show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 115 students, John F Kennedy Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.5Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data8
Annual Change-2.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency59% (2024 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51% (2024 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+16.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+10.5 pts
Overall Proficiency55% (2024 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2024 MCAS)
vs. Expected+9.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile74th
Resources & Environment4.5Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,649
Chronic Absenteeism13%

John F Kennedy Elementary — Students at John F Kennedy Elementary score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 66.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.1% (multi-year state average, 2023-2024)
ELA Proficiency 60.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.0% (multi-year state average, 2023-2024)

Based on 16 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
62%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2023
Math
62%
ELA
53%
2024
Math
59%
ELA
51%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.5/10.

How John F Kennedy Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.6/10
37th percentile in MA
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
4.5/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
8 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.0%

Location

200 Lincoln Street, Blackstone, MA 01504

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering John F Kennedy Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Millville Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Millville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Joseph F DiPietro Elementary School (rated 6.5/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Bellingham), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, A F Maloney (rated 6.2/10), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Blackstone, see our Blackstone schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
A F Maloney Blackstone 0.0 mi 6.2
Blackstone Millville RHS Blackstone 0.4 mi 5.2
Frederick W. Hartnett Middle School Blackstone 0.9 mi 5.9
Millville Elementary Millville 1.7 mi 7.7
Kevin K. Coleman School Woonsocket 2.3 mi 4.3
Harris School Woonsocket 2.1 mi 2.5
BEACON Charter School Woonsocket 2.3 mi 5.8
Founders Academy Woonsocket 2.4 mi 5.4
HILLSIDE ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM Woonsocket 2.4 mi
ACTION BASED ENTERPRISES SCHOOL Woonsocket 2.4 mi
Globe Park School Woonsocket 3.0 mi 2.9
RISE Prep Mayoral Academy Woonsocket 2.6 mi 3.6
Woonsocket Middle @ Villa Nova Woonsocket 2.7 mi 5.3
Woonsocket Middle at Hamlet Woonsocket 2.9 mi 5.6
Pothier-Citizens Elem Campus Woonsocket 2.9 mi 6.2
Bernon Heights School Woonsocket 3.3 mi 2.7
Keough Memorial Academy Bellingham 2.8 mi
MOUNT ST CHARLES ACADEMY Woonsocket 3.3 mi 4.0
Joseph F DiPietro Elementary School Bellingham 2.9 mi 6.5
Woonsocket High School Woonsocket 3.5 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01504 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$98,986

Median Home Value

$394,600

Median Rent

$1,157/mo

Population

9,211

College Educated

34.6%

Homeownership

73.7%

Avg Commute

36 min

Poverty Rate

4.9%

Median Age

44

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about John F Kennedy Elementary

What grades does John F Kennedy Elementary serve?

John F Kennedy Elementary serves students in grades 3rd through 3rd.

How many students attend John F Kennedy Elementary?

John F Kennedy Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 115 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at John F Kennedy Elementary 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 John F Kennedy Elementary rank in MA?

John F Kennedy Elementary ranks #1,131 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is John F Kennedy Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

John F Kennedy Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 John F Kennedy Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, John F Kennedy Elementary has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is John F Kennedy Elementary a charter school?

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

Is John F Kennedy Elementary a Title I school?

No, John F Kennedy Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
14 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 3rd
Enrollment
115
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
8
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Worcester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.0%

District

Blackstone-Millville
District Enrollment
1,450
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,649
District Rank
#4 of 5

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