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John F Kennedy Elementary School

Elementary School · North Bergen School District

1210 ELEVENTH ST, N. Bergen, NJ 07047

Enrollment

566

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

5.2

Grades

1st – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,913 of 2,466

In N. Bergen

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#6 of 8

North Bergen School District

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John F Kennedy Elementary School

5.2/10

Elementary School in N. Bergen · grades 1st – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.4/10

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About John F Kennedy Elementary School

John F Kennedy Elementary School is a public elementary school in N. Bergen, NJ, part of North Bergen School District. John F Kennedy Elementary School serves approximately 566 students, and covers grades 1st-8th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio.

John F Kennedy Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,913 of 2,466 schools in NJ. Structured state assessment records for John F Kennedy Elementary School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.6Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-1.85 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27.1% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.4% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-20.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-9.5 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)27% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+4.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
Resources & Environment6.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,134
Chronic Absenteeism9.7%

John F Kennedy Elementary School — Students at John F Kennedy Elementary School score 31% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

73.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 33.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.0% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 39.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 53 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
77%
ELA
59%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
54%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
55%
2013
Math
59%
ELA
53%
2014
Math
13%
ELA
30%
2015
Math
20%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
20%
ELA
34%
2017
Math
31%
ELA
35%
2018
Math
30%
ELA
44%
2019
Math
30%
ELA
44%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
39%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
39%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2024
Math
29.2%
ELA
36%
2025
Math
27.1%
ELA
34.4%

* 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: 4.6/10.

How John F Kennedy Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.2/10
23th percentile in NJ
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
6.3/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
73%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1210 ELEVENTH ST, N. Bergen, NJ 07047

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering John F Kennedy Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TESSA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Hoboken), which scores notably higher. Another option is Thomas A Edison Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Union City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Eugenio Maria de Hostos Center for Early Childhood Education (rated 8.5/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Union City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in N. Bergen, see our N. Bergen schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Sara M. Gilmore Academy Union City 0.3 mi 8.4
Veterans' Memorial Elementary School Union City 0.2 mi 6.6
ST FRANCIS ACADEMY Union City 0.3 mi 6.5
Thomas A Edison Elementary School Union City 0.4 mi 8.5
Jose Marti STEM Academy Union City 0.4 mi 8.7
MIFTAAHUL ULOOM ACADEMY Union City 0.4 mi 8.1
Eugenio Maria de Hostos Center for Early Childhood Education Union City 0.6 mi 8.5
Colin Powell Elementary School Union City 0.5 mi 7.7
Alfred Zampella School Jersey City 0.6 mi 5.7
Emerson Middle School Union City 0.6 mi 6.9
Jersey City Global Charter School Jersey City 0.7 mi 7.5
Union City High School Union City 0.7 mi 4.5
Hudson Elementary School Union City 0.7 mi 8.4
Christa McAuliffe School Jersey City 0.9 mi 7.8
Robert Waters Elementary School Union City 0.9 mi 7.3
McKinley Elementary School North Bergen 1.0 mi 6.5
TESSA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Hoboken 1.1 mi 9.0
Wallace Elementary School Hoboken 1.0 mi 8.1
HOBOKEN CATHOLIC ACADEMY Hoboken 1.1 mi 6.7
Daniel Webster School Weehawken 1.0 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07047 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,505

Median Home Value

$466,800

Median Rent

$1,702/mo

Population

61,202

College Educated

32%

Homeownership

41.3%

Avg Commute

33.4 min

Poverty Rate

12.9%

Median Age

40.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about John F Kennedy Elementary School

What grades does John F Kennedy Elementary School serve?

John F Kennedy Elementary School serves students in grades 1st through 8th.

How many students attend John F Kennedy Elementary School?

John F Kennedy Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 566 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at John F Kennedy Elementary School is 11.8:1. 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 School rank in NJ?

John F Kennedy Elementary School ranks #1,913 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is John F Kennedy Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

John F Kennedy Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, John F Kennedy Elementary School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is John F Kennedy Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is John F Kennedy Elementary School a Title I school?

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

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John F Kennedy Elementary School?

73.3% of students at John F Kennedy Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
92 Walker's Paradise
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
566
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Free/Reduced Lunch
73.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hudson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.7%

District

North Bergen School District
District Enrollment
7,165
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,134
District Rank
#6 of 8

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