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John F Kennedy Elementary

La Joya ISD · Hidalgo County · 1801 N DIAMOND AVE, Penitas, TX 78576

(956)323-2330

7/10
#1706
Rank 1706 out of 4,678
Top 36%
English Language Arts7/10 · #1779 · 62nd percentile
Mathematics7/10 · #1809 · 61st percentile
Science7/10 · #1522 · 62nd percentile

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School Overview

Penitas is a small, tight-knit community in the Rio Grande Valley, and John F. Kennedy Elementary reflects that close community feel while punching well above its weight academically — landing in the top third of Texas elementary schools. Families in the area will find a school that holds its own in English, math, and science, making it a solid choice in a region where finding a strong neighborhood school matters. For families rooted in the Valley who want their kids in a school that's genuinely delivering results without having to look far from home, JFK Elementary is worth a close look.

Student Demographics

266 students tested · 2023-24 school year

Ethnicity

Other
266 (100%)

Key Indicators

English Learners68 (26%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged262 (98%)
Students with Disabilities37 (14%)

Staff & Teachers(2023-24)

661
Enrollment
40.1
Teachers (FTE)
16.5:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)