Serving 416 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kennedy-powell Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 416 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kennedy-powell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Kennedy-powell Elementary School's student population of 416 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
416 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1998
School Calendar
School Motto
'Inspiring Students, Transforming Lives'
School Rankings
Kennedy-powell Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kennedy-powell Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2301 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
39%
53%
Black
21%
13%
White
29%
25%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kennedy-powell Elementary School's ranking?
Kennedy-powell Elementary School is ranked #2301 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Kennedy-powell Elementary School often compared to?
Kennedy-powell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hector P Garcia Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Kennedy-powell Elementary School?
416 students attend Kennedy-powell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Kennedy-powell Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kennedy-powell Elementary School?
Kennedy-powell Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kennedy-powell Elementary School offer ?
Kennedy-powell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Kennedy-powell Elementary School part of?
Kennedy-powell Elementary School is part of Temple Independent School District.
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