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)
- 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
First Day of School
Sat. Aug 30, 2025
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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