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Kennedy Elementary School

2600 E Main St
Mankato, MN 56001
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 363 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kennedy Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 363 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 44%
  • : Top 30% in MN
  • : 70-74% (Top 10%)
  • : 45-49% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Kennedy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Kennedy Elementary School's student population of 363 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
363 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence, Equity, Empowerment. Every student, Every day.
School Mascot
Cubs

School Rankings

Kennedy Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kennedy Elementary School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MN)
#523 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
70-74%
46%
45-49%
51%
40-49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
12%
12%
Black
19%
12%
White
56%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.63
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Cubs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kennedy Elementary School's ranking?
Kennedy Elementary School is ranked #523 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Kennedy Elementary School often compared to?
Kennedy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Elementary School, Roosevelt Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Kennedy Elementary School?
363 students attend Kennedy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Kennedy Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kennedy Elementary School?
Kennedy Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kennedy Elementary School offer ?
Kennedy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kennedy Elementary School part of?
Kennedy Elementary School is part of Mankato 51爆料 District.

School Reviews

5   10/10/2025
This was an amazing time at the school and it taught me Alot it gave me hope when I was sad with no friends it gave me friends they had faith in me when I thought no one did.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - C.J.
2   10/10/2025
in a world where kids are getting enough to eat why would you give 1st graders 15 minutes for lunch. In the time to go through the line some kids just get to sit down and then they have to throw it away before they get time to eat it. SOMETHING's WRONG!!
- Posted by Student/Alumni - larry

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 363 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 44%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 70-74% (Top 10%)
  • : 45-49% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

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