Serving 240 students in grades Kindergarten-5, J B Kennedy Elementary 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 240 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J B Kennedy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
J B Kennedy Elementary School's student population of 240 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
240 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
J B Kennedy Elementary 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 J B Kennedy Elementary School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1900 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15-19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
80%
28%
Black
3%
17%
White
14%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J B Kennedy Elementary School's ranking?
J B Kennedy Elementary School is ranked #1900 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend J B Kennedy Elementary School?
240 students attend J B Kennedy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of J B Kennedy Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of J B Kennedy Elementary School?
J B Kennedy Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does J B Kennedy Elementary School offer ?
J B Kennedy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is J B Kennedy Elementary School part of?
J B Kennedy Elementary School is part of Burbank SD 111 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
NO SCHOOL - Spring Break (What's Happening At Kennedy School)
April 03, 2025 (Thursday)
NO SCHOOL - Spring Break (What's Happening At Kennedy School)
April 04, 2025 (Friday)
Last Day of School (What's Happening At Kennedy School)
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
First Day of School (Grades K-8) (What's Happening At Kennedy School)
August 13, 2025 (Wednesday)
NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break (What's Happening At Kennedy School)
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
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