Serving 499 students in grades 2-4, John Kennedy School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John Kennedy School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
John Kennedy School's student population of 499 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
499 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 27, 2026
School Rankings
John Kennedy School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John Kennedy School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1849 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
12%
31%
Black
7%
15%
White
67%
39%
Two or more races
13%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Kennedy School's ranking?
John Kennedy School is ranked #1849 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend John Kennedy School?
499 students attend John Kennedy School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of John Kennedy School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Kennedy School?
John Kennedy School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does John Kennedy School offer ?
John Kennedy School offers enrollment in grades 2-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John Kennedy School part of?
John Kennedy School is part of Batavia City School District.
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