John F. Kennedy

PROSPECT AVE SAGINAW ST SCRANTON PA 18505

About John F. Kennedy

John F. Kennedy Elementary School, located in Scranton, Pennsylvania, serves students in grades K–5 and is committed to creating a safe and supportive environment that focuses on academic achievement. In support of the Scranton School District's vision, JFK Elementary is focused on preparing students to "GROW UP TO BE GOOD CITIZENS," which is evidenced by the expectations reflected in students living the "Ready, Responsible, and Respectful" motto that is deeply ingrained in JFK's culture.

?The school sees itself as a Distinguished Title I School, celebrating its student performance and family engagement. The dedicated and talented teachers and staff, along with a collaborative partnership with families, and continuity of supports in literacy and math programming, allow JFK to continue to be a salient elementary school option for families looking to engage their child in one of the best elementary schools in Scranton.

Contact Information

Address

PROSPECT AVE SAGINAW ST SCRANTON PA 18505

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Phone

(570) 348-3673

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 49%
Reading 49%
State average proficiency is 49% in Math and 49% in Reading.
27
Full-time Teachers
12 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
320
Total Students
$82973
Avg. Teacher Salary

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TOP 67 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at John F. Kennedy

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
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  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

School Ratings

Ranked

67

of 152 in Pennsylvania

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:10 AM - 2:25 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:55 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 20.9%
Asian 16.3%
Hispanic 45.9%
Black 11.9%
Two+ Races 5%
Native Am. 0%
White
20.9%
Asian
16.3%
Hispanic
45.9%
Black
11.9%
Two+ Races
5%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 320
45.6%
146 Female
54.4%
174 Male

Student Population

320 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 12 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

Latest News

John F. Kennedy Elementary recently opened an inclusive playground with ADA-accessible equipment, sensory panels, a track, garden, and outdoor classroom, available for use by the community.

FAQ

Q: What enrichment programs are available at John F. Kennedy?

A: John F. Kennedy provides enrichment in arts, music, character, and leadership activities.

Q: Is John F. Kennedy supportive of English learners?

A: John F. Kennedy provides ESL services with individualized English language goals.

Q: How does John F. Kennedy incorporate technology to learn?

A: John F. Kennedy incorporates student devices and curriculum-specific software programs.

Q: What kind of wellness resources are available at John F. Kennedy?

A: John F. Kennedy promotes wellness through counseling services, SEL lessons, and healthy meals.

Q: Are field trips part of the experience at JFK?

A: John F. Kennedy takes field trips when they follow the curriculum.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

WR

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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