Serving 994 students in grades 6-8, Kenmore Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 994 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kenmore Middle School's student population of 994 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
994 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kenmore Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kenmore Middle School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1206 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)44%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)62%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)54%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
47%
19%
Black
11%
22%
White
29%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kenmore Middle School's ranking?
Kenmore Middle School is ranked #1206 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Kenmore Middle School often compared to?
Kenmore Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Swanson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Kenmore Middle School?
994 students attend Kenmore Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Kenmore Middle School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kenmore Middle School?
Kenmore Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kenmore Middle School offer ?
Kenmore Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Kenmore Middle School part of?
Kenmore Middle School is part of Arlington County School District.
In what neighborhood is Kenmore Middle School located?
Kenmore Middle School is located in the Glencarlyn neighborhood of Arlington, VA. There are 2 other public schools located in Glencarlyn.
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