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Kennedy Park Elementary School

Elementary School · Woodbridge Township School District

150 GOODRICH AVENUE, Iselin, NJ 08830

Enrollment

279

Student-Teacher

9:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – Kindergarten

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,452 of 2,466

In Iselin

#3 of 6

public schools

In district

#13 of 24

Woodbridge Township School District

Equity

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Kennedy Park Elementary School

6.1/10

Elementary School in Iselin · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Oak Tree Road Elementary School

5.3/10

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6.4/10

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About Kennedy Park Elementary School

Kennedy Park Elementary School is a public elementary school in Iselin, NJ, part of Woodbridge Township School District. Kennedy Park Elementary School serves approximately 279 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Kennedy Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,452 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Kennedy Park Elementary School show 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 9:1 students to teachers, Kennedy Park Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-2.67 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2017
TrendDeclining
Academics9.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency76% (2017 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency74% (2017 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency75% (2017 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2017 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+27.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile92th
Resources & Environment5.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,802
Chronic Absenteeism17.6%

Kennedy Park Elementary School — Students at Kennedy Park Elementary School score 75% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

36.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ EDFACTS (2016-17)

Math Proficiency 83.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2017)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 73.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2017)
School
State
N/A

Based on 18 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
92%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
88%
ELA
73%
2014
Math
61%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
71%
ELA
64%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
66%
2017
Math
76%
ELA
74%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.1/10.

How Kennedy Park Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.1/10
41th percentile in NJ
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
5.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
37%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.6%

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

150 GOODRICH AVENUE, Iselin, NJ 08830

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kennedy Park Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pennsylvania Avenue Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Colonia), which scores notably higher. Another option is Menlo Park Terrace Elementary School (rated 6.7/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Metuchen), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Oak Ridge Heights Elementary School (rated 6.6/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Colonia), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Iselin, see our Iselin schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Oak Tree Road Elementary School Iselin 0.3 mi 5.3
Robert Mascenik Elementary School Iselin 0.5 mi 6.4
Lynn Crest Elementary School Colonia 0.8 mi 5.8
Indiana Avenue Elementary School Iselin 0.8 mi 3.5
Colonia High School Colonia 0.9 mi 4.9
STEM ACADEMY FOR YOUNG KIDS Edison 1.1 mi
Iselin Middle School Iselin 1.1 mi 7.7
John F. Kennedy Memorial High School Iselin 1.1 mi 5.8
THE GODDARD SCHOOL OF WOODBRIDGE Iselin 1.4 mi
Menlo Park Terrace Elementary School Metuchen 1.5 mi 6.7
Oak Ridge Heights Elementary School Colonia 1.5 mi 6.6
ST JOHN VIANNEY SCHOOL Colonia 1.6 mi 6.1
Claremont Avenue Elementary School Colonia 1.4 mi 4.8
Colonia Middle School Colonia 1.6 mi 7.7
Pennsylvania Avenue Elementary School Colonia 1.7 mi 7.9
James Madison Intermediate School Edison 1.6 mi 5.4
James Madison Primary School Edison 1.7 mi 5.6
Franklin D Roosevelt School Edison 1.7 mi 6.5
LAKEVIEW SCHOOL Edison 2.1 mi 9.1
Lafayette Estates Elementary School Fords 2.2 mi 4.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08830 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$112,615

Median Home Value

$394,200

Median Rent

$2,051/mo

Population

19,151

College Educated

55%

Homeownership

66.2%

Avg Commute

37.7 min

Poverty Rate

6.4%

Median Age

38.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kennedy Park Elementary School

What grades does Kennedy Park Elementary School serve?

Kennedy Park Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.

How many students attend Kennedy Park Elementary School?

Kennedy Park Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 279 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Kennedy Park Elementary School is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Kennedy Park Elementary School rank in NJ?

Kennedy Park Elementary School ranks #1,452 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Kennedy Park Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Kennedy Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Park Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Kennedy Park Elementary School has 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017).

Is Kennedy Park Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Kennedy Park Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

36.9% of students at Kennedy Park 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
81 Very Walkable
Transit Score
38 Some Transit
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
279
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
36.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.6%

District

Woodbridge Township School District
District Enrollment
14,044
Schools in District
24
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,802
District Rank
#13 of 24

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