Serving 462 students in grades Kindergarten-3, J.f. Kennedy School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 462 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J.f. Kennedy School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
J.f. Kennedy School's student population of 462 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
462 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
J.f. Kennedy School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J.f. Kennedy School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2442 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
90%
17%
White
2%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J.f. Kennedy School's ranking?
J.f. Kennedy School is ranked #2442 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are J.f. Kennedy School often compared to?
J.f. Kennedy Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Warrensville Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend J.f. Kennedy School?
462 students attend J.f. Kennedy School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of J.f. Kennedy School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of J.f. Kennedy School?
J.f. Kennedy School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does J.f. Kennedy School offer ?
J.f. Kennedy School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is J.f. Kennedy School part of?
J.f. Kennedy School is part of Maple Heights City School District.
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