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John F. Kennedy Elementary

Newark Unified · Alameda County · 35430 Blackburn Drive, Newark, CA 94560-1312

(510) 818-3400 · www.newarkunified.org

8/10
#1673
Rank 1673 out of 5,722
Top 29%
English Language Arts7/10 · #1996 · 65th percentile
Mathematics8/10 · #1464 · 74th percentile
Science8/10 · #1598 · 71st percentile

English Language Arts

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School Overview

Newark sits tucked between the Bay and the hills of the East Bay, and John F. Kennedy Elementary reflects the kind of solid, community-rooted schooling that draws families to this quieter corner of Alameda County. With math scores landing in the 74th percentile statewide and strong across-the-board performance, it's a good fit for families who want reliable academics without the intensity of the more competitive districts nearby. The surrounding area has a suburban, neighborhood feel with easy access to the Don Edwards wildlife refuge and the broader South Bay, making it a comfortable place to put down roots while kids get a genuinely strong elementary education.

Student Demographics

219 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
92 (42%)
Asian
48 (22%)
White
33 (15%)
Multiple Races
20 (9%)
Filipino
9 (4%)
Other
17 (8%)

Key Indicators

English Learners46 (21%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged79 (36%)
Students with Disabilities52 (24%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

455
Enrollment
19.2
Teachers (FTE)
23.7:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
23.1
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs8/10 · #1644 · 73rd percentile

153 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found