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Kennedy Elementary

Elementary School · Green Bay Area Public School District

1754 Ninth St, Green Bay, WI 54304

Enrollment

301

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#1,534 of 2,105

In Green Bay

#33 of 57

public schools

In district

#21 of 42

Green Bay Area Public School District

School environment

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Kennedy Elementary

5.2/10

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

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About Kennedy Elementary

Kennedy Elementary is a public elementary school in Green Bay, WI, part of Green Bay Area Public School District. Kennedy Elementary serves approximately 301 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Kennedy Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,534 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Kennedy Elementary show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.0Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.72 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency31.2% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30.1% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg-23.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-21.1 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)28% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+2.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile34th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,394
Chronic Absenteeism20.9%

Kennedy Elementary — Students at Kennedy Elementary score 31% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

74.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 36.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 30.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
50.9% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 34 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
27%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
22%
2013
Math
32%
ELA
17%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
17%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
17%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
7.5%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
7.5%
2022
Math
28.6%
ELA
21.7%
2025
Math
31.2%
ELA
30.1%

* 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: 4.0/10.

How Kennedy Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.2/10
27th percentile in WI
Academic
5.2/10
Average
Growth
4.0/10
Below Average
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
75%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.9%

Location

1754 Ninth St, Green Bay, WI 54304

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kennedy Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chappell Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MacArthur Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Green Bay, see our Green Bay schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Green Bay 0.6 mi 7.7
GREEN BAY AREA CATHOLIC EDUCATION, INC. Green Bay 0.6 mi 6.0
PILGRIM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Green Bay 0.8 mi 5.0
MacArthur Elementary Green Bay 0.7 mi 7.7
Jackson Elementary Green Bay 1.0 mi 4.5
BETH HAVEN ACADEMY Green Bay 1.5 mi
Southwest High Green Bay 1.1 mi 3.8
Chappell Elementary Green Bay 1.3 mi 8.0
Keller Elementary Green Bay 1.6 mi 5.6
BAY CITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Green Bay 1.6 mi 6.3
NOTRE DAME DE LA BAIE ACADEMY Green Bay 1.2 mi 5.9
GREEN BAY ADVENTIST JUNIOR ACADEMY Green Bay 1.3 mi 7.2
Valley View Elementary Green Bay 1.7 mi 6.6
ST MARK LUTHERAN SCHOOL Green Bay 1.5 mi 5.4
ONEIDA EARLY INTERVENTION Green Bay 1.3 mi
Franklin Middle Green Bay 1.4 mi 3.8
Beaumont Elementary Green Bay 1.6 mi 4.9
Ashwaubenon High Green Bay 2.1 mi 4.5
Parkview Middle Green Bay 2.2 mi 5.9
Lombardi Middle Green Bay 1.7 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54304 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,369

Median Home Value

$200,800

Median Rent

$935/mo

Population

27,876

College Educated

28%

Homeownership

56.1%

Avg Commute

18.3 min

Poverty Rate

16%

Median Age

38.7

Similar Schools

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School Rating
GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Menomonee Falls, WI 5.2
Honey Creek Elementary Milwaukee, WI 5.2
Irving Elementary West Allis, WI 5.2
Jefferson Elementary Sheboygan, WI 5.2
Lemonweir Elementary Tomah, WI 5.2
Monroe Elementary Manitowoc, WI 5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kennedy Elementary

What grades does Kennedy Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Kennedy Elementary?

Kennedy Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 301 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Kennedy Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Kennedy Elementary is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Kennedy Elementary rank in WI?

Kennedy Elementary ranks #1,534 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Kennedy Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Kennedy Elementary 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 Kennedy Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Kennedy Elementary has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Kennedy Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Kennedy Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

74.8% of students at Kennedy Elementary 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
Transit Score
26 Some Transit
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
301
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
74.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Brown County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.9%

District

Green Bay Area Public School District
District Enrollment
18,579
Schools in District
44
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,394
District Rank
#21 of 42

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