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John F Kennedy School

Elementary School · WEST BABYLON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

175 BROOKVALE AVE, West Babylon, NY 11704

Enrollment

333

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,465 of 4,742

In West Babylon

#6 of 7

public schools

In district

#6 of 7

WEST BABYLON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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6.2/10

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About John F Kennedy School

John F Kennedy School is a public elementary school in West Babylon, NY, part of WEST BABYLON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. John F Kennedy School serves approximately 333 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. John F Kennedy School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,465 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for John F Kennedy School show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.79 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency53.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+0.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-14.4 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-9.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$34,305
Chronic Absenteeism18.6%

John F Kennedy School — Students at John F Kennedy School score 50% 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

26.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 64.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 56.4% (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
99.5%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
38%
ELA
34%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
69.5%
ELA
74.3%
2022
Math
53.9%
ELA
46.5%

* 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.

Overall Score
6.2/10
48th percentile in NY
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
27%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.6%

Location

175 BROOKVALE AVE, West Babylon, NY 11704

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering John F Kennedy School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOUTH BAY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DANIEL STREET SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Lindenhurst), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BABYLON MEMORIAL GRADE SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Babylon), which scores notably higher. For more schools in West Babylon, see our West Babylon schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
SOUTH BAY SCHOOL West Babylon 0.1 mi 7.8
WEST BABYLON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL West Babylon 0.8 mi 8.4
HARDING AVENUE SCHOOL Lindenhurst 1.2 mi 7.5
ALLEGHANY AVENUE SCHOOL Lindenhurst 1.0 mi 6.5
LINDENHURST SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Lindenhurst 1.0 mi 8.4
WEST BABYLON JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL West Babylon 1.3 mi 6.1
DANIEL STREET SCHOOL Lindenhurst 1.1 mi 7.7
LINDENHURST MIDDLE SCHOOL Lindenhurst 1.1 mi 6.9
BABYLON MEMORIAL GRADE SCHOOL Babylon 1.3 mi 7.6
BABYLON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Babylon 1.3 mi 7.6
BABYLON JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Babylon 1.3 mi 8.0
SOUTH BAY JR ACADEMY OF SDA Babylon 1.3 mi 4.8
FOREST AVENUE SCHOOL West Babylon 1.8 mi 6.4
TOOKER AVENUE SCHOOL West Babylon 1.8 mi 6.5
WEST GATES AVENUE SCHOOL Lindenhurst 1.8 mi 6.5
ALBANY AVENUE SCHOOL Lindenhurst 1.9 mi 6.1
SANTAPOGUE SCHOOL West Babylon 2.4 mi 7.4
BELMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Babylon 2.6 mi 4.3
ROBERT MOSES MIDDLE SCHOOL North Babylon 2.6 mi 5.3
WILLIAM E DELUCA JR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Babylon 2.6 mi 4.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11704 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$127,034

Median Home Value

$485,400

Median Rent

$2,089/mo

Population

40,285

College Educated

31.8%

Homeownership

73.7%

Avg Commute

31.6 min

Poverty Rate

5.8%

Median Age

41

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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 Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend John F Kennedy School?

John F Kennedy School has an enrollment of approximately 333 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at John F Kennedy School is 11.1:1. 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 #2,465 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 6.2 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 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% 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?

26.7% 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
66 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Compare This School

How does John F Kennedy School stack up?

SANTAPOGUE SCHOOL
7.4
TOOKER AVENUE SCHOOL
6.5
SOUTH BAY SCHOOL
7.8
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
333
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
26.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.6%

District

WEST BABYLON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
3,703
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$34,305
District Rank
#6 of 7

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