John F Kennedy

245 So. Franklin Street
Holbrook, MA 02343

www.holbrook.k12.ma.us

685 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

The John F. Kennedy Elementary School, located at 339 Plymouth Street in Holbrook, Massachusetts, serves as a primary educational pillar within the Holbrook Public Schools district. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment for its students, emphasizing foundational academic growth, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of a lifelong love for learning. By prioritizing strong partnerships between educators, families, and the local community, the school strives to prepare its young learners to meet the challenges of an evolving educational landscape.

As part of the broader Holbrook Public Schools system, the JFK Elementary School utilizes the district’s resources to implement a comprehensive curriculum that aligns with state standards. Through its official website, the school maintains transparent communication with the community, providing access to essential resources, district updates, and information regarding student programs. The school remains committed to maintaining a high standard of academic excellence and inclusivity, ensuring that every student has the tools and environment necessary to reach their full potential.

685

Total Students

51.5

Full-Time Teachers

13.3

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for John F Kennedy
Demographic	Student Count
White	274
Hispanic	146
Black	160
Asian	34
Two or More	66
American Indian	4
Pacific Islander	1

White
274 (40.0%)
Black
160 (23.4%)
Hispanic
146 (21.3%)
Two or More
66 (9.6%)
Asian
34 (5.0%)
American Indian
4 (0.6%)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.1%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Holbrook
Phone:	(781)767-4600
Website:	http://www.holbrook.k12.ma.us
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	685
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	51.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	13.3
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	0
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 57

Kindergarten 108

Grade 1 95

Grade 2 109

Grade 3 104

Grade 4 99

Grade 5 113