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John F Kennedy School
Elementary School · KINGSTON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
107 GROSS ST, Kingston, NY 12401
Enrollment
375
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
375
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,614 of 4,742
In Kingston
#6 of 6
public schools
In district
#10 of 10
KINGSTON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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John F Kennedy School
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About John F Kennedy School
John F Kennedy School is a public elementary school in Kingston, NY, part of KINGSTON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. John F Kennedy School serves approximately 375 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. John F Kennedy School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #4,614 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for John F Kennedy School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, John F Kennedy School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
46% of students at John F Kennedy School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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John F Kennedy School — Students at John F Kennedy School score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 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: 2.8/10.
How John F Kennedy School Compares
See how John F Kennedy School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
107 GROSS ST, Kingston, NY 12401
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John F Kennedy School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROBERT R GRAVES SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Port Ewen), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHANCELLOR LIVINGSTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Rhinebeck), which scores notably higher. Additionally, E R CROSBY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Lake Katrine), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kingston, see our Kingston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHILDREN'S HOME OF KINGSTON Kingston | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| KINGSTON CATHOLIC SCHOOL Kingston | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| KINGSTON HIGH SCHOOL Kingston | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| ROBERT R GRAVES SCHOOL Port Ewen | 2.1 mi | 8.5 |
| GEORGE WASHINGTON SCHOOL Kingston | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| CHAMBERS SCHOOL Kingston | 2.4 mi | 4.2 |
| J WATSON BAILEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Kingston | 2.8 mi | 5.7 |
| HARRY L EDSON SCHOOL Kingston | 2.8 mi | 3.9 |
| M CLIFFORD MILLER MIDDLE SCHOOL Lake Katrine | 3.9 mi | 4.7 |
| E R CROSBY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake Katrine | 4.1 mi | 6.4 |
| WRAPAROUND SERVICES OF THE HUDSON VALLEY INC Lake Katrine | 4.2 mi | 6.0 |
| CENTER FOR SPECTRUM SERVICES Kingston | 4.9 mi | 6.1 |
| BULKELEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Rhinebeck | 4.1 mi | 7.3 |
| RHINEBECK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Rhinebeck | 4.1 mi | 8.1 |
| CHANCELLOR LIVINGSTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rhinebeck | 4.2 mi | 7.6 |
| ERNEST C MYER SCHOOL Hurley | 4.4 mi | 5.4 |
| THE MOUNT ACADEMY Esopus | 6.1 mi | 7.7 |
| ANDERSON CENTER FOR AUTISM Staatsburg | 7.1 mi | 8.2 |
| RED HOOK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Red Hook | 7.1 mi | 9.0 |
| LINDEN AVENUE MIDDLE SCHOOL Red Hook | 7.1 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,426
Median Home Value
$285,700
Median Rent
$1,300/mo
Population
35,058
College Educated
31.9%
Homeownership
56.8%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
17.2%
Median Age
40.2
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| FRANKFORT-SCHUYLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Frankfort, NY | 3.1 |
| KING CENTER CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo, NY | 3.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John F Kennedy School
What grades does John F Kennedy School serve?
John F Kennedy School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend John F Kennedy School?
John F Kennedy School has an enrollment of approximately 375 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John F Kennedy School?
The student-teacher ratio at John F Kennedy School is 9.6:1. 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 School rank in NY?
John F Kennedy School ranks #4,614 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is John F Kennedy School's MySchoolScout rating?
John F Kennedy 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 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John F Kennedy School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is John F Kennedy School a charter school?
No, John F Kennedy School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John F Kennedy School a Title I school?
No, John F Kennedy School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John F Kennedy School?
71.5% of students at John F Kennedy 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 375
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Ulster County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.1%
- Phone
- (845) 943-3100
Resources & Links
District
KINGSTON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 6,284
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $32,606
- District Rank
- #10 of 10
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