Serving 480 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kennedy Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 480 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kennedy Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Kennedy Academy's student population of 480 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
480 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Kennedy Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kennedy Academy is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#417 out of 1763 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
23%
15%
Black
31%
13%
White
36%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kennedy Academy's ranking?
Kennedy Academy is ranked #417 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Kennedy Academy?
480 students attend Kennedy Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Kennedy Academy students are White, 31% of students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kennedy Academy?
Kennedy Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Kennedy Academy offer ?
Kennedy Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kennedy Academy part of?
Kennedy Academy is part of South Bend Community School Corp School District.
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