Needs Improvement
#4616 of 4,742 schools in NY
John F Kennedy Elementary School
Elementary School · PORT CHESTER-RYE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
40 OLIVIA ST, Port Chester, NY 10573
Enrollment
734
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
734
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,616 of 4,742
In Port Chester
#6 of 6
public schools
In district
#6 of 6
PORT CHESTER-RYE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
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John F Kennedy Elementary School
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About John F Kennedy Elementary School
John F Kennedy Elementary School is a public elementary school in Port Chester, NY, part of PORT CHESTER-RYE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. John F Kennedy Elementary School serves approximately 734 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. John F Kennedy Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #4,616 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for John F Kennedy Elementary School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.7
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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John F Kennedy Elementary School — Students at John F Kennedy Elementary School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from NY 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: 1.8/10.
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
40 OLIVIA ST, Port Chester, NY 10573
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John F Kennedy Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Glenville School (rated 9.3/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Greenwich), which scores notably higher. Another option is BRUNO M PONTERIO RIDGE STREET SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Rye Brook), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MIDLAND SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Rye), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Port Chester, see our Port Chester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RYE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Rye | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| PARK AVENUE SCHOOL Port Chester | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| PORT CHESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL Port Chester | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| PORT CHESTER SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Port Chester | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| THOMAS A EDISON SCHOOL Port Chester | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| New Lebanon School Greenwich | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| KING STREET SCHOOL Port Chester | 1.5 mi | 3.5 |
| MIDLAND SCHOOL Rye | 1.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Western Middle School Greenwich | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| RESURRECTION GRAMMAR SCHOOL Rye | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| WESTCHESTER BOCES Rye Brook | 1.8 mi | — |
| RYE HIGH SCHOOL Rye | 1.9 mi | 9.2 |
| RYE MIDDLE SCHOOL Rye | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| BLIND BROOK-RYE MIDDLE SCHOOL Rye Brook | 2.3 mi | 8.7 |
| BLIND BROOK HIGH SCHOOL Rye Brook | 2.3 mi | 9.1 |
| BRUNO M PONTERIO RIDGE STREET SCHOOL Rye Brook | 2.3 mi | 8.6 |
| SCHOOL OF THE HOLY CHILD Rye | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Hamilton Avenue School Greenwich | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| OSBORN SCHOOL Rye | 2.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Glenville School Greenwich | 3.0 mi | 9.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10573 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$110,612
Median Home Value
$649,900
Median Rent
$1,940/mo
Population
40,982
College Educated
43.9%
Homeownership
56.7%
Avg Commute
26.8 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
39.8
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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 Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend John F Kennedy Elementary School?
John F Kennedy Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 734 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John F Kennedy Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at John F Kennedy Elementary School is 16:1. 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 #4,616 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 3.1 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 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% 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?
89.2% 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
- 734
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Westchester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.9%
- Phone
- (914) 934-7990
Resources & Links
District
PORT CHESTER-RYE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 4,543
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,971
- District Rank
- #6 of 6
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