Serving 421 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Kensington Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is equal to the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 421 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kensington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kensington Elementary School's student population of 421 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
421 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kensington Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kensington Elementary School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#477 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
12%
Hispanic
11%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
53%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
19%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kensington Elementary School's ranking?
Kensington Elementary School is ranked #477 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Kensington Elementary School often compared to?
Kensington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harding Elementary School, Sheldon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Kensington Elementary School?
421 students attend Kensington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Kensington Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kensington Elementary School?
Kensington Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Kensington Elementary School offer ?
Kensington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Kensington Elementary School part of?
Kensington Elementary School is part of West Contra Costa Unified School District.
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