Serving 521 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Kennedy Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 521 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kennedy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Kennedy Elementary School's student population of 521 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
521 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Kennedy Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kennedy Elementary School is 0.35, which is less 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
#5702 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
79%
53%
Black
17%
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Kennedy Elementary School's ranking?
Kennedy Elementary School is ranked #5702 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Kennedy Elementary School often compared to?
Kennedy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Smith Elementary School, Horn Elementary School, Landis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Kennedy Elementary School?
521 students attend Kennedy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Kennedy Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kennedy Elementary School?
Kennedy Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kennedy Elementary School offer ?
Kennedy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Kennedy Elementary School part of?
Kennedy Elementary School is part of Alief Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Kennedy Elementary School located?
Kennedy Elementary School is located in the Alief neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 32 other public schools located in Alief.
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