Serving 361 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kenwood Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kenwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Kenwood Elementary School's student population of 361 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
361 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kenwood Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kenwood Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#65 out of 1734 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
8%
10%
Black
24%
12%
White
52%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kenwood Elementary School's ranking?
Kenwood Elementary School is ranked #65 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Kenwood Elementary School often compared to?
Kenwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washburn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Kenwood Elementary School?
361 students attend Kenwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Kenwood Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kenwood Elementary School?
Kenwood Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kenwood Elementary School offer ?
Kenwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Kenwood Elementary School part of?
Kenwood Elementary School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Kenwood Elementary School located?
Kenwood Elementary School is located in the Calhoun Isles neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 3 other public schools located in Calhoun Isles.
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