Serving 605 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Robert F. 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 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 605 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Robert F. Kennedy Elementary School's student population of 605 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
605 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Robert F. Kennedy Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert F. Kennedy Elementary School is 0.18, which is less 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
#5538 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
90%
56%
Black
9%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert F. Kennedy Elementary School's ranking?
Robert F. Kennedy Elementary School is ranked #5538 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Robert F. Kennedy Elementary School?
605 students attend Robert F. Kennedy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Robert F. Kennedy Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robert F. Kennedy Elementary School?
Robert F. Kennedy Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Robert F. Kennedy Elementary School offer ?
Robert F. Kennedy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Robert F. Kennedy Elementary School part of?
Robert F. Kennedy Elementary School is part of Compton Unified School District.
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