KENNEDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

KENNEDY ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Hastings Public School District school district, located in HASTINGS, MN with about 400 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 4th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 24 teachers, KENNEDY ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

KENNEDY ELEMENTARY School, located at 1175 Tyler St in Hastings, Minnesota, serves as a foundational academic institution within the Hastings Public Schools district. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment for students in the elementary grades, focusing on core academic development alongside social-emotional growth. By emphasizing a strong partnership between educators, families, and the local community, KENNEDY ELEMENTARY strives to prepare its students for success in their future educational endeavors.

The school is well-regarded for its emphasis on creating a welcoming campus culture that encourages curiosity, character development, and academic excellence. With a curriculum aligned with state standards, the faculty at Kennedy focuses on meeting the diverse needs of its student body through differentiated instruction and a variety of extracurricular opportunities. As a central part of the Hastings community, the school remains dedicated to nurturing lifelong learners who are equipped with the skills necessary to contribute positively to society.

For more information, contact KENNEDY ELEMENTARY at (651) 480-7223 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.