Serving 543 students in grades 2-6, John Kennedy Middle Grade School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 2-6
- Enrollment: 543 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John Kennedy Middle Grade School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
John Kennedy Middle Grade School's student population of 543 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-6
Total Students
543 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
John Kennedy Middle Grade School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John Kennedy Middle Grade School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2873 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)7%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
30%
27%
Black
50%
17%
White
16%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Kennedy Middle Grade School's ranking?
John Kennedy Middle Grade School is ranked #2873 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend John Kennedy Middle Grade School?
543 students attend John Kennedy Middle Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of John Kennedy Middle Grade School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of John Kennedy Middle Grade School?
John Kennedy Middle Grade School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does John Kennedy Middle Grade School offer ?
John Kennedy Middle Grade School offers enrollment in grades 2-6
What school district is John Kennedy Middle Grade School part of?
John Kennedy Middle Grade School is part of Kankakee SD 111 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break (No School)
March 31, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School for Students
June 06, 2025 (Friday)
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