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#567 of 967 schools in NE
Kennedy Elementary School
Elementary School · OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
2906 N 30TH ST, Omaha, NE 68111
Enrollment
222
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
222
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nebraska schools
#567 of 967
In Omaha
#51 of 146
public schools
In district
#12 of 89
OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Academic growth
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Kennedy Elementary School
Elementary School in Omaha · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Kennedy Elementary School
Kennedy Elementary School is a public elementary school in Omaha, NE, part of OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Kennedy Elementary School serves approximately 222 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Kennedy Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #567 of 967 schools in NE.
Structured state assessment records for Kennedy Elementary School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 4.3
- NE avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Kennedy Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
33% of students at Kennedy 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 Elementary School — Students at Kennedy Elementary School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Test Scores NE EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from NE state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 8.1/10.
How Kennedy Elementary School Compares
See how Kennedy Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2906 N 30TH ST, Omaha, NE 68111
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kennedy Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOLY NAME CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GIFFORD PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, LOTHROP MAGNET CENTER (rated 6.1/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Omaha, see our Omaha schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EARLY LEARNING CENTER (0-3) AT KENNEDY Omaha | 0.2 mi | — |
| EARLY LEARNING CENTER (PK) AT KENNEDY Omaha | 0.2 mi | 3.3 |
| DRUID HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| LOTHROP MAGNET CENTER Omaha | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| JESUIT ACADEMY Omaha | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| SKINNER MAGNET CENTER Omaha | 0.9 mi | 3.1 |
| CONESTOGA MAGNET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 0.8 mi | 3.8 |
| KING SCIENCE/TECH MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL Omaha | 0.9 mi | 3.0 |
| NORTH HIGH SCHOOL Omaha | 1.1 mi | 3.7 |
| OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS HOMEBASED Omaha | 1.2 mi | — |
| KELLOM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.1 mi | 2.4 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER AT EDUCARE - KELLOM Omaha | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| GIFFORD PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| DUCHESNE ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART Omaha | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| OMAHA STREET SCHOOL Omaha | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| HOLY NAME CATHOLIC SCHOOL Omaha | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| MILLER PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.7 mi | 3.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 68111 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,010
Median Home Value
$101,800
Median Rent
$1,109/mo
Population
25,118
College Educated
12.4%
Homeownership
39.1%
Avg Commute
21.9 min
Poverty Rate
30.9%
Median Age
28.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| EASTRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln, NE | 6.0 |
| GARDEN COUNTY ELEMENTARY SCH Oshkosh, NE | 6.0 |
| GORDON-RUSHVILLE ELEM-GORDON Gordon, NE | 6.0 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Norfolk, NE | 6.0 |
| KENESAW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kenesaw, NE | 6.0 |
| ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AT WILBER Wilber, NE | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kennedy Elementary School
What grades does Kennedy Elementary School serve?
Kennedy Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Kennedy Elementary School?
Kennedy Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 222 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kennedy Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Kennedy Elementary School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kennedy Elementary School rank in NE?
Kennedy Elementary School ranks #567 of 967 schools in NE.
What is Kennedy Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Kennedy Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kennedy Elementary School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Kennedy Elementary School a charter school?
No, Kennedy Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kennedy Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Kennedy Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 222
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Douglas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.9%
- Phone
- (531) 299-1700
Resources & Links
District
OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 51,693
- Schools in District
- 112
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,585
- District Rank
- #12 of 89
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