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#489 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 27% in state

Kennedy Patrick J Elementary School

Elementary School · Boston

343 Saratoga Street, East Boston, MA 02128

Enrollment

267

Student-Teacher

10.3:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#489 of 1,793

In East Boston

#7 of 12

public schools

In district

#29 of 109

Boston

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Kennedy Patrick J Elementary School

7.4/10

Elementary School in East Boston · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.5/10

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About Kennedy Patrick J Elementary School

Kennedy Patrick J Elementary School is a public elementary school in East Boston, MA, part of Boston. Kennedy Patrick J Elementary School serves approximately 267 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Kennedy Patrick J Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #489 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Kennedy Patrick J Elementary School show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.7
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.18 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32.5% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26.5% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-9.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-16.1 pts
Overall Proficiency30% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+9.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile49th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$37,200
Chronic Absenteeism22.5%

Kennedy Patrick J Elementary School — Students at Kennedy Patrick J Elementary School score 30% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 29.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.5% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 29.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.2% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 92 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
37%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
32%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
32%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
26.5%
ELA
37.5%
2019
Math
29%
ELA
29.3%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
11.2%
ELA
32.2%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
24.4%
2023
Math
31.8%
ELA
21%
2024
Math
20.3%
ELA
14.5%
2025
Math
32.5%
ELA
26.5%

* 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: 7.2/10.

How Kennedy Patrick J Elementary School Compares

See how Kennedy Patrick J Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.4/10
73th percentile in MA
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.5%

Location

343 Saratoga Street, East Boston, MA 02128

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kennedy Patrick J Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. East Boston Early Education Center (rated 9.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Alighieri Dante Montessori School (rated 9.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Otis Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in East Boston, see our East Boston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Otis Elementary School East Boston 0.3 mi 8.5
East Boston High School East Boston 0.3 mi 4.7
O'Donnell Elementary School East Boston 0.4 mi 6.0
East Boston Early Education Center East Boston 0.6 mi 9.8
McKay K-8 School East Boston 0.7 mi 4.8
Alighieri Dante Montessori School East Boston 0.6 mi 9.6
Mario Umana Academy East Boston 0.5 mi 5.5
EAST BOSTON CENTRAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL East Boston 0.7 mi 6.1
Excel Academy Charter School East Boston 0.7 mi 8.4
Shurtleff Early Childhood Chelsea 0.8 mi 4.5
Adams Elementary School East Boston 0.9 mi 6.9
Phoenix Academy Charter Public High School Chelsea Chelsea 1.0 mi 6.3
Eugene Wright Science and Technology Academy Chelsea 1.1 mi 6.3
Joseph A. Browne School Chelsea 1.1 mi 6.1
Clark Avenue School Chelsea 1.2 mi 4.3
SEAPORT ACADEMY Chelsea 1.3 mi
Chelsea Virtual Learning Academy Chelsea 1.5 mi 4.7
Chelsea High Chelsea 1.6 mi 4.9
Chelsea Opportunity Academy Chelsea 1.6 mi 5.5
William A Berkowitz Elementary Chelsea 1.6 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02128 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,079

Median Home Value

$680,000

Median Rent

$2,009/mo

Population

44,124

College Educated

38.2%

Homeownership

28.6%

Avg Commute

32.3 min

Poverty Rate

14.3%

Median Age

34.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kennedy Patrick J Elementary School

What grades does Kennedy Patrick J Elementary School serve?

Kennedy Patrick J Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Kennedy Patrick J Elementary School?

Kennedy Patrick J Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 267 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Kennedy Patrick J Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Kennedy Patrick J Elementary School is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Kennedy Patrick J Elementary School rank in MA?

Kennedy Patrick J Elementary School ranks #489 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Kennedy Patrick J Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Kennedy Patrick J Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Kennedy Patrick J Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Kennedy Patrick J Elementary School has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Kennedy Patrick J Elementary School a charter school?

No, Kennedy Patrick J Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Kennedy Patrick J Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Kennedy Patrick J Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
94 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
80 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
75 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
267
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.5%

District

Boston
District Enrollment
45,742
Schools in District
109
Per-Pupil Spending
$37,200
District Rank
#29 of 109

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