Needs Improvement
#8323 of 8,552 schools in TX
Kennedy EL
Elementary School · EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD
P O BOX 127, Edcouch, TX 78538
Enrollment
363
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
2.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
363
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
2.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,323 of 8,552
In Edcouch
#8 of 9
public schools
In district
#8 of 9
EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD
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Kennedy EL
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About Kennedy EL
Kennedy EL is a public elementary school in Edcouch, TX, part of EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD. Kennedy EL serves approximately 363 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Kennedy EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 out of 10 and ranks #8,323 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Kennedy EL show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.9
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
47% of students at Kennedy EL 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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Kennedy EL — Students at Kennedy EL score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX 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 Kennedy EL Compares
See how Kennedy EL 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
P O BOX 127, Edcouch, TX 78538
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kennedy EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. IDEA ELSA ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Elsa), which scores notably higher. Another option is JOHN F KENNEDY EL (rated 6.5/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Edinburg), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SAN CARLOS EL (rated 6.5/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Edinburg), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Edcouch, see our Edcouch schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| L B J EL Edcouch | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| CARLOS TRUAN J H Edcouch | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| IDEA ELSA COLLEGE PREPARATORY Elsa | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| IDEA ELSA ACADEMY Elsa | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| EDCOUCH-ELSA H S Edcouch | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| EDCOUCH-ELSA H S ACADEMY Edcouch | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| RUBEN C RODRIGUEZ EL Edcouch | 1.6 mi | 3.7 |
| JORGE R GUTIERREZ EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Edcouch | 1.7 mi | 2.6 |
| DAVID YBARRA FINE ARTS ACADEMY Edcouch | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| SANTIAGO GARCIA EL Edcouch | 2.6 mi | 3.7 |
| LA VILLA EARLY COLLEGE H S La Villa | 4.2 mi | 4.2 |
| JOHN F KENNEDY EL Edinburg | 4.5 mi | 6.5 |
| MONTE ALTO H S Monte Alto | 5.1 mi | 5.1 |
| SAN CARLOS EL Edinburg | 4.6 mi | 6.5 |
| ROBERTO GARATE EL Monte Alto | 5.1 mi | 5.2 |
| JOSE BORREGO MIDDLE Monte Alto | 5.1 mi | 6.6 |
| LA VILLA MIDDLE La Villa | 4.6 mi | 5.6 |
| JOSE BERNABE MUNOZ EL La Villa | 4.7 mi | 4.9 |
| MARIA ALICIA P MUNOZ EL Donna | 5.1 mi | 4.3 |
| DANIEL SINGLETERRY SR Donna | 6.2 mi | 2.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78538 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$38,904
Median Home Value
$87,300
Median Rent
$586/mo
Population
10,740
College Educated
11.2%
Homeownership
71.9%
Avg Commute
23.6 min
Poverty Rate
35.6%
Median Age
34.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kennedy EL
What grades does Kennedy EL serve?
Kennedy EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Kennedy EL?
Kennedy EL has an enrollment of approximately 363 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kennedy EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Kennedy EL is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kennedy EL rank in TX?
Kennedy EL ranks #8,323 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Kennedy EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Kennedy EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 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 EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kennedy EL has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Kennedy EL a charter school?
No, Kennedy EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kennedy EL a Title I school?
No, Kennedy EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kennedy EL?
97.0% of students at Kennedy EL 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 363
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Hidalgo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.1%
- Phone
- (956) 262-6027
Resources & Links
District
EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD- District Enrollment
- 4,398
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,208
- District Rank
- #8 of 9
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