Kennedy (John F.) Elementary School

17500 Belshire Ave.
Artesia, CA 90701
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8/
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Top 30%
Serving 398 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Kennedy (John F.) Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 398 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 95%
  • : Top 30% in CA
  • : 43% (Top 30%)
  • : 52% (Top 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Kennedy (John F.) Elementary School's student population of 398 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
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Total Students
398 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
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Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Kennedy STEM Academy.... where a comprehensive curriculum develops a well-rounded child.

School Rankings

Kennedy (John F.) Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kennedy (John F.) Elementary School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (CA)
#2841 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
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43%
34%
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52%
47%
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20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
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Asian
25%
12%
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Hispanic
54%
56%
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Black
7%
5%
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White
5%
20%
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Two or more races
9%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.64
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(22-23)
9.8%
27.7%
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Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
54%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kennedy (John F.) Elementary School's ranking?
Kennedy (John F.) Elementary School is ranked #2841 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Kennedy (John F.) Elementary School often compared to?
Kennedy (John F.) Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elliott (William F) Elementary School, Wittmann (Helen) Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Kennedy (John F.) Elementary School?
398 students attend Kennedy (John F.) Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Kennedy (John F.) Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kennedy (John F.) Elementary School?
Kennedy (John F.) Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Kennedy (John F.) Elementary School offer ?
Kennedy (John F.) Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Kennedy (John F.) Elementary School part of?
Kennedy (John F.) Elementary School is part of ABC Unified School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 398 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 95%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 43% (Top 30%)
  • : 52% (Top 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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