Serving 511 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Kennedy Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 511 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kennedy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kennedy Elementary School's student population of 511 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
511 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kennedy Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kennedy Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8568 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Asian
23%
12%
Hispanic
51%
56%
Black
14%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kennedy Elementary School's ranking?
Kennedy Elementary School is ranked #8568 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Kennedy Elementary School often compared to?
Kennedy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Adams Elementary School, Maxine Hong Kingston Elementary School, Podesta Ranch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Kennedy Elementary School?
511 students attend Kennedy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Kennedy Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kennedy Elementary School?
Kennedy Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Kennedy Elementary School offer ?
Kennedy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Kennedy Elementary School part of?
Kennedy Elementary School is part of Stockton Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Kennedy Elementary School located?
Kennedy Elementary School is located in the Bear Creek neighborhood of Stockton, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Bear Creek.
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