Very Good
#751 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 30% in state
John F. Kennedy Elementary School
Elementary School · Wayne Township Public School District
1310 RATZER ROAD, Wayne, NJ 07470
Enrollment
371
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
371
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#751 of 2,466
In Wayne
#11 of 17
public schools
In district
#10 of 15
Wayne Township Public School District
Equity
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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John F. Kennedy Elementary School
Elementary School in Wayne · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About John F. Kennedy Elementary School
John F. Kennedy Elementary School is a public elementary school in Wayne, NJ, part of Wayne Township Public School District. John F.
Kennedy Elementary School serves approximately 371 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. John F. Kennedy Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #751 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for John F. Kennedy Elementary School show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 7.4
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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John F. Kennedy Elementary School — Students at John F. Kennedy Elementary School score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
14.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 41 test records from NJ 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: 7.2/10.
How John F. Kennedy Elementary School Compares
See how John F. Kennedy Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1310 RATZER ROAD, Wayne, NJ 07470
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John F. Kennedy Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Randall Carter Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Preakness Early Childhood Center (rated 7.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, James Fallon Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Wayne, see our Wayne schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lafayette Elementary School Wayne | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Anthony Wayne Middle School Wayne | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Preakness Early Childhood Center Wayne | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| CALVARY LEARNING CENTER Wayne | 1.3 mi | — |
| Wayne Valley High School Wayne | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| APPLE MONTESSORI OF WAYNE Wayne | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| James Fallon Elementary School Wayne | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| DE PAUL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Wayne | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Diana C. Lobosco STEM Academy Wayne | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Passaic County Technical Institute Wayne | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Wayne Hills High School Wayne | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL Wayne | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Randall Carter Elementary School Wayne | 2.0 mi | 8.7 |
| Packanack Elementary School Wayne | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| MARY HELP OF CHRISTIANS ACADEMY North Haledon | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| School 27 Paterson | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| PIONEER ACADEMY Wayne | 2.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Haledon Public School Haledon | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Schuyler Colfax Middle School Wayne | 2.2 mi | 8.0 |
| ST GERARD MAJELLA SCHOOL Paterson | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07470 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$151,561
Median Home Value
$596,700
Median Rent
$2,126/mo
Population
54,131
College Educated
56.8%
Homeownership
78.6%
Avg Commute
29.9 min
Poverty Rate
3%
Median Age
41.7
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| Hoboken Dual Language Charter School Hoboken, NJ | 7.3 |
| Ironia School Randolph, NJ | 7.3 |
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 Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend John F. Kennedy Elementary School?
John F. Kennedy Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 371 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John F. Kennedy Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at John F. Kennedy Elementary School is 13.7:1. 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 #751 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 7.3 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 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% 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?
14.8% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 371
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 14.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Passaic County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.7%
- Phone
- (973) 633-3160
Resources & Links
District
Wayne Township Public School District- District Enrollment
- 7,816
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,749
- District Rank
- #10 of 15
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