Serving 311 students in grades Kindergarten-4, John F. Kennedy #7 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 311 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John F. Kennedy #7 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
John F. Kennedy #7's student population of 311 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
311 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1965
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. Jun 15, 2026
School Mascot
Cadet
School Rankings
John F. Kennedy #7 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John F. Kennedy #7 is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2273 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
5%
Hispanic
47%
15%
Black
13%
14%
White
19%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cadet
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John F. Kennedy #7's ranking?
John F. Kennedy #7 is ranked #2273 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are John F. Kennedy #7 often compared to?
John F. Kennedy #7is often viewed alongside schools like Mcnichols Plaza, Robert Morris #27 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend John F. Kennedy #7?
311 students attend John F. Kennedy #7.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of John F. Kennedy #7 students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John F. Kennedy #7?
John F. Kennedy #7 has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does John F. Kennedy #7 offer ?
John F. Kennedy #7 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John F. Kennedy #7 part of?
John F. Kennedy #7 is part of Scranton School District.
In what neighborhood is John F. Kennedy #7 located?
John F. Kennedy #7 is located in the South Side neighborhood of Scranton, PA. There are 3 other public schools located in South Side.
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