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#3423 of 4,742 schools in NY
John F Kennedy School
Elementary School · OGDENSBURG CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
801-809 PARK ST, Ogdensburg, NY 13669
Enrollment
462
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
462
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,423 of 4,742
In Ogdensburg
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
OGDENSBURG CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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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 Ogdensburg, NY, part of OGDENSBURG CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. John F Kennedy School serves approximately 462 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. John F Kennedy School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,423 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for John F Kennedy School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- 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.
31% 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 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
46.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 36 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: 4.8/10.
How John F Kennedy School Compares
See how John F Kennedy School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
801-809 PARK ST, Ogdensburg, NY 13669
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John F Kennedy School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MORRISTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Morristown), which scores notably higher. Another option is MADILL SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HERMON-DEKALB CENTRAL SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 17.0 miles away, in nearby De Kalb Junction), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ogdensburg, see our Ogdensburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OGDENSBURG FREE ACADEMY Ogdensburg | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| MADILL SCHOOL Ogdensburg | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| SAINT LAWRENCE PSYCHIATRIC CENTER CHILDREN & YOUTH SERVICES Ogdensburg | 2.7 mi | — |
| HEUVELTON CENTRAL SCHOOL Heuvelton | 6.0 mi | 6.2 |
| RIVERVIEW SCHOOL Hevvelton | 6.6 mi | — |
| TOWNLINE SCHOOL Heuvelton | 5.5 mi | — |
| MAPLE RIDGE SCHOOL Heuvelton | 6.7 mi | — |
| PLIMPTON SCHOOL Heuvelton | 9.3 mi | — |
| TWIN MAPLES SCHOOL Heuvelton | 10.0 mi | — |
| LISBON CENTRAL SCHOOL Lisbon | 7.7 mi | 6.2 |
| ANDERSON VALLEY SCHOOL Rensselaer Falls | 10.5 mi | — |
| PLEASANT VIEW SCHOOL Heuvelton | 12.0 mi | — |
| MUD LAKE SCHOOL Rensselaer Falls | 12.6 mi | — |
| ROCK ISLAND SCHOOL Rensselaer Falls | 12.5 mi | — |
| LOCUST GROVE Rensselaer Falls | 10.1 mi | — |
| RED OAK SCHOOL Heuvelton | 13.8 mi | — |
| MORRISTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL Morristown | 11.4 mi | 7.4 |
| RED OAK Hempleton | 13.9 mi | — |
| HERMON-DEKALB CENTRAL SCHOOL De Kalb Junction | 17.0 mi | 6.3 |
| SAINT LAWRENCE-LEWIS BOCES Canton | 16.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 13669 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,488
Median Home Value
$101,800
Median Rent
$769/mo
Population
15,615
College Educated
21.2%
Homeownership
73.7%
Avg Commute
18.3 min
Poverty Rate
16.3%
Median Age
41.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACCOMPSETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Smithtown, NY | 5.2 |
| CAMBRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cambridge, NY | 5.2 |
| CHIPPEWA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Holtsville, NY | 5.2 |
| COHEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmira Heights, NY | 5.2 |
| CONGREGATION YESHIVA OF GREATER MONSEY Spring Valley, NY | 5.2 |
| ELLIS B HYDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dansville, NY | 5.2 |
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 Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend John F Kennedy School?
John F Kennedy School has an enrollment of approximately 462 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 #3,423 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 5.2 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 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% 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?
46.8% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 462
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- St. Lawrence County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.4%
- Phone
- (315) 393-4264
Resources & Links
District
OGDENSBURG CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,420
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,795
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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