Serving 126 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kennedy Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 126 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kennedy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Kennedy Elementary School's student population of 126 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
126 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kennedy Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kennedy Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#497 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
20%
23%
Black
2%
7%
White
68%
60%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.4%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kennedy Elementary School's ranking?
Kennedy Elementary School is ranked #497 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Kennedy Elementary School?
126 students attend Kennedy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Kennedy Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kennedy Elementary School?
Kennedy Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kennedy Elementary School offer ?
Kennedy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kennedy Elementary School part of?
Kennedy Elementary School is part of Wellington School District.
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