JOHN F. KENNEDY ELEMENTARY - 57

John F. Kennedy Elementary - 57 is a public elementary school that is part of the Sioux Falls School District 49-5 school district, located in Sioux Falls, SD with about 620 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 39 teachers, John F. Kennedy Elementary - 57 has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

John F. Kennedy Elementary School is a public elementary school located in the southwestern region of Sioux Falls, South Dakota. As part of the Sioux Falls School District, the school serves a diverse student population, typically ranging from kindergarten through fifth grade. The facility is committed to providing a comprehensive academic foundation, focusing on core subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies, while fostering a supportive environment that encourages both personal growth and community involvement.

The school emphasizes a "student-first" approach, utilizing modern educational strategies and resources to meet the varying learning needs of its student body. Beyond the classroom, John F. Kennedy Elementary often integrates extracurricular activities and parent-teacher engagement to help create a holistic educational experience. By aligning with the broader mission of the Sioux Falls School District, the school strives to prepare its students for middle school success by promoting critical thinking, collaboration, and a positive school culture.

For more information, contact John F. Kennedy Elementary - 57 at (605) 362-2784 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

4501 S Holbrook Ave
Sioux Falls, SD 57106
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JOHN F. KENNEDY ELEMENTARY - 57 is a public school in Sioux Falls, SD with about 620 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in South Dakota

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
620
Teachers:
39.38
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 620 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending JOHN F. KENNEDY ELEMENTARY - 57 is predominantly White, representing about 79% of the student body.

White
79.4%
Two or more races
7.6%
Black or African American
5.3%
Hispanic/Latino
4.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
2.4%
Asian
0.8%

Female
53.5%
Male
46.5%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.