Serving 439 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, John F Kennedy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John F Kennedy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
John F Kennedy's student population of 439 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
439 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
John F Kennedy ranks within the top 20% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John F Kennedy is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#217 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Asian
8%
8%
Hispanic
13%
26%
Black
3%
10%
White
65%
51%
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.4%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John F Kennedy's ranking?
John F Kennedy is ranked #217 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are John F Kennedy often compared to?
John F Kennedyis often viewed alongside schools like Benjamin G Brown by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend John F Kennedy?
439 students attend John F Kennedy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of John F Kennedy students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John F Kennedy?
John F Kennedy has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does John F Kennedy offer ?
John F Kennedy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John F Kennedy part of?
John F Kennedy is part of Somerville School District.
In what neighborhood is John F Kennedy located?
John F Kennedy is located in the Spring Hill neighborhood of Somerville, MA.
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