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#767 of 1,750 schools in OK

Top 44% in state

Kennedy ES

Elementary School · NORMAN

621 Sunrise Street, Norman, OK 73071

Enrollment

485

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oklahoma schools

#767 of 1,750

In Norman

#12 of 30

public schools

In district

#12 of 25

NORMAN

Academic growth

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Kennedy ES

6.3/10

Elementary School in Norman · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Kennedy ES

Kennedy ES is a public elementary school in Norman, OK, part of NORMAN. Kennedy ES serves approximately 485 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Kennedy ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #767 of 1,750 schools in OK.

Structured state assessment records for Kennedy ES show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • OK avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

47% of students at Kennedy ES 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.8Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-5.75 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency14% (2025 OSTP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency17% (2025 OSTP)
Overall Proficiency16% (2025 OSTP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)16% (model expectation from 2025 OSTP)
vs. Expected-0.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile37th
Resources & Environment3.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,223
Chronic Absenteeism46.8%

Kennedy ES — Students at Kennedy ES score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 16%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

90.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 29.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 30.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 48 test records from OK state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
57%
ELA
59%
2010
Math
65%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
69%
ELA
54%
2012
Math
69%
ELA
65%
2013
Math
58%
ELA
60%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
25%
ELA
23%
2017
Math
25%
ELA
24%
2018
Math
15%
ELA
19%
2019
Math
15%
ELA
19%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
7.5%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
7.5%
2022
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2024
Math
17.5%
ELA
24.8%
2025
Math
13.8%
ELA
17%

* 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: 7.8/10.

How Kennedy ES Compares

See how Kennedy ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
56th percentile in OK
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
7.8/10
Very Good
Environment
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
46.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

621 Sunrise Street, Norman, OK 73071

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kennedy ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DIMENSIONS ACADEMY (rated 8.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WILSON ES (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LINCOLN ES (rated 8.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Norman, see our Norman schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
IRVING MS Norman 0.6 mi 6.0
GINGERBREAD NURSERY SCHOOL Norman 0.7 mi
CLASSEN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Norman 1.0 mi 7.4
LE MONDE INTERNATIONAL SCHL Norman 1.2 mi 6.0
LINCOLN ES Norman 1.0 mi 8.0
RONALD REAGAN ES Norman 1.1 mi 4.8
MADISON ES Norman 1.3 mi 5.4
JEFFERSON ES Norman 1.4 mi 4.8
LONGFELLOW MS Norman 1.5 mi 5.9
DIMENSIONS ACADEMY Norman 1.8 mi 4.3
DIMENSIONS ACADEMY Norman 1.8 mi 8.5
EISENHOWER ES Norman 2.0 mi 5.1
TERRA VERDE DISCOVERY SCHOOL Norman 1.7 mi 7.1
WILSON ES Norman 1.9 mi 8.2
MCKINLEY ES Norman 2.0 mi 7.6
NORMAN HS Norman 2.2 mi 7.1
ADAMS ES Norman 2.5 mi 4.8
NORMAN NORTH HS Norman 2.7 mi 7.2
JACKSON ES Norman 2.6 mi 5.6
ROSE ROCK SCHOOL Norman 2.6 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 73071 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,258

Median Home Value

$206,600

Median Rent

$1,059/mo

Population

43,105

College Educated

41.8%

Homeownership

46.9%

Avg Commute

23.5 min

Poverty Rate

21.7%

Median Age

28.8

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COUNCIL GROVE ES Oklahoma City, OK 6.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kennedy ES

What grades does Kennedy ES serve?

Kennedy ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Kennedy ES?

Kennedy ES has an enrollment of approximately 485 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Kennedy ES?

The student-teacher ratio at Kennedy ES is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Kennedy ES rank in OK?

Kennedy ES ranks #767 of 1,750 schools in OK.

What is Kennedy ES's MySchoolScout rating?

Kennedy ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Kennedy ES?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Kennedy ES has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Kennedy ES a charter school?

No, Kennedy ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Kennedy ES a Title I school?

No, Kennedy ES is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kennedy ES?

90.9% of students at Kennedy ES 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
38 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
87 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
485
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Cleveland County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
46.8%

District

NORMAN
District Enrollment
15,662
Schools in District
25
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,223
District Rank
#12 of 25

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