Excellent
#298 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 17% in state
Kennedy John F Elementary School
Elementary School · Boston
7 Bolster Street, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Enrollment
396
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
396
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#298 of 1,793
In Jamaica Plain
#3 of 8
public schools
In district
#21 of 109
Boston
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Kennedy John F Elementary School
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About Kennedy John F Elementary School
Kennedy John F Elementary School is a public elementary school in Jamaica Plain, MA, part of Boston. Kennedy John F Elementary School serves approximately 396 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Kennedy John F Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #298 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Kennedy John F Elementary School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 6.7
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Kennedy John F Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Kennedy John F Elementary School — Students at Kennedy John F Elementary School score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 88 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: 9.7/10.
How Kennedy John F Elementary School Compares
See how Kennedy John F Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
7 Bolster Street, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kennedy John F Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mendell Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Roxbury), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Curley K-8 School (rated 8.3/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Hale Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Roxbury), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Jamaica Plain, see our Jamaica Plain schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NATIVITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL Jamaica Plain | 0.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Hennigan K-8 School Jamaica Plain | 0.3 mi | 4.0 |
| West Zone Early Learning Center Jamaica Plain | 0.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Roxbury Preparatory Charter School Roxbury | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Mendell Elementary School Roxbury | 0.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Curley K-8 School Jamaica Plain | 0.5 mi | 8.3 |
| MERIDIAN ACADEMY Jamaica Plain | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Greater Egleston High School Roxbury | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| MANVILLE SCHOOL Roxbury Crossing | 0.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Fenway High School Roxbury | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Hernandez K-8 School Roxbury | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Edward M. Kennedy Academy for Health Careers (Horace Mann Boston | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Community Academy Jamaica Plain | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Tobin K-8 School Roxbury | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Ellis Elementary School Roxbury | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| The Lynch Center Brookline | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Higginson Inclusion K-2 School Roxbury | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| PAIGE ACADEMY Roxbury | 0.8 mi | — |
| Hale Elementary School Roxbury | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| MALIK ACADEMY Roxbury Crossing | 0.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$130,533
Median Home Value
$763,700
Median Rent
$2,434/mo
Population
41,109
College Educated
72.6%
Homeownership
45.6%
Avg Commute
30.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
34.9
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| Elmer S Bagnall Groveland, MA | 8.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kennedy John F Elementary School
What grades does Kennedy John F Elementary School serve?
Kennedy John F Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Kennedy John F Elementary School?
Kennedy John F Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 396 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kennedy John F Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Kennedy John F Elementary School is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kennedy John F Elementary School rank in MA?
Kennedy John F Elementary School ranks #298 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Kennedy John F Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Kennedy John F Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Kennedy John F Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kennedy John F Elementary School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Kennedy John F Elementary School a charter school?
No, Kennedy John F Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kennedy John F Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Kennedy John F Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 396
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.8%
- Phone
- (617) 635-8127
Resources & Links
District
Boston- District Enrollment
- 45,742
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $37,200
- District Rank
- #21 of 109
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