Serving 452 students in grades Prekindergarten-7, Solar Prep For Boys At John F Kennedy ranks in the top 20% 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 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Solar Prep For Boys At John F Kennedy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Solar Prep For Boys At John F Kennedy's student population of 452 students has grown by 105% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 150% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
Total Students
452 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Solar Prep For Boys At John F Kennedy ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Solar Prep For Boys At John F Kennedy is 0.65, 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
#1521 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
51%
53%
Black
16%
13%
White
27%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Solar Prep For Boys At John F Kennedy's ranking?
Solar Prep For Boys At John F Kennedy is ranked #1521 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Solar Prep For Boys At John F Kennedy?
452 students attend Solar Prep For Boys At John F Kennedy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Solar Prep For Boys At John F Kennedy students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Solar Prep For Boys At John F Kennedy?
Solar Prep For Boys At John F Kennedy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Solar Prep For Boys At John F Kennedy offer ?
Solar Prep For Boys At John F Kennedy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-7
What school district is Solar Prep For Boys At John F Kennedy part of?
Solar Prep For Boys At John F Kennedy is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Solar Prep For Boys At John F Kennedy located?
Solar Prep For Boys At John F Kennedy is located in the Knox And Henderson neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Knox And Henderson.
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