Serving 661 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, John F Kennedy Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). 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 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 661 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John F Kennedy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
John F Kennedy Elementary School's student population of 661 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
661 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
John F Kennedy Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John F Kennedy Elementary School is 0.00, which is less 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
#3203 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
100%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John F Kennedy Elementary School's ranking?
John F Kennedy Elementary School is ranked #3203 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend John F Kennedy Elementary School?
661 students attend John F Kennedy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of John F Kennedy Elementary School students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of John F Kennedy Elementary School?
John F Kennedy Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does John F Kennedy Elementary School offer ?
John F Kennedy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is John F Kennedy Elementary School part of?
John F Kennedy Elementary School is part of La Joya Independent School District.
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