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John F Kennedy Elementary School

Elementary School · EAST ISLIP UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

94 WOODLAND DR, East Islip, NY 11730

Enrollment

430

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

6.1

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,528 of 4,742

In East Islip

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#3 of 6

EAST ISLIP UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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John F Kennedy Elementary School

6.1/10

Elementary School in East Islip · grades 3rd – 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 East Islip, NY, part of EAST ISLIP UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. John F Kennedy Elementary School serves approximately 430 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. John F Kennedy Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,528 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for John F Kennedy Elementary School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 4.8
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.61 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-9.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-19 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-17.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile37th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$32,407
Chronic Absenteeism17.9%

John F Kennedy Elementary School — Students at John F Kennedy Elementary School score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

26%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 59.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 58.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
96%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
78%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
76%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
33%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
53.5%
ELA
61%
2022
Math
43.6%
ELA
41.9%

* 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: 5.2/10.

How John F Kennedy Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.1/10
47th percentile in NY
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
5.2/10
Average
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
26%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.9%

Location

94 WOODLAND DR, East Islip, NY 11730

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering John F Kennedy Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. IDLE HOUR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Oakdale), which scores notably higher. Another option is WING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Islip), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FRANCIS J O'NEILL SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Central Islip), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in East Islip, see our East Islip schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
ST MARY SCHOOL East Islip 0.6 mi 5.6
TIMBER POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Islip 0.7 mi 4.5
EAST ISLIP MIDDLE SCHOOL Islip Terrace 1.8 mi 6.7
EAST ISLIP HIGH SCHOOL Islip Terrace 1.8 mi 8.8
MAUD S SHERWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Islip 1.5 mi 4.7
WING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Islip 1.7 mi 7.5
RUTH C KINNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Islip Terrace 2.0 mi 5.0
ISLIP HIGH SCHOOL Islip 1.8 mi 8.5
CONNETQUOT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Islip Terrace 2.3 mi 3.8
ISLIP MIDDLE SCHOOL Islip 1.9 mi 5.7
IDLE HOUR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oakdale 2.0 mi 8.3
COMMACK ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Islip 2.3 mi 3.6
LORETTA PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brentwood 3.3 mi 3.8
FRANCIS J O'NEILL SCHOOL Central Islip 3.9 mi 6.7
MARGUERITE L MULVEY SCHOOL Central Islip 3.9 mi 6.6
LAUREL PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brentwood 3.4 mi 4.7
SOUTHEAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brentwood 3.6 mi 4.0
BROOK AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bay Shore 3.1 mi 6.1
OAKDALE-BOHEMIA MIDDLE SCHOOL Oakdale 3.4 mi 7.6
CORDELLO AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Central Islip 4.2 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11730 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$146,190

Median Home Value

$577,600

Median Rent

$2,508/mo

Population

14,376

College Educated

38.9%

Homeownership

85%

Avg Commute

30.7 min

Poverty Rate

4.5%

Median Age

41.5

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School Rating
ALBANY AVENUE SCHOOL Lindenhurst, NY 6.1
BERLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Berlin, NY 6.1
BROOK AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bay Shore, NY 6.1
BUILD COMMUNITY SCHOOL Buffalo, NY 6.1
CHURCH STREET SCHOOL White Plains, NY 6.1
CORDELLO AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Central Islip, NY 6.1

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 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend John F Kennedy Elementary School?

John F Kennedy Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 430 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at John F Kennedy Elementary School is 11.3:1. 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 NY?

John F Kennedy Elementary School ranks #2,528 of 4,742 schools in NY.

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

John F Kennedy 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 John F Kennedy Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, John F Kennedy Elementary School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

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?

26.0% 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
17 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
430
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
26.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.9%

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