Serving 136 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kensington Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 136 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kensington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Kensington Elementary School's student population of 136 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
136 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kensington Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 457 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kensington Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.31. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#82 out of 457 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
1%
2%
White
95%
83%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
19%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kensington Elementary School's ranking?
Kensington Elementary School is ranked #82 out of 457 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Kensington Elementary School often compared to?
Kensington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hampstead Central School, Swasey Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% NH state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Kensington Elementary School?
136 students attend Kensington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Kensington Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kensington Elementary School?
Kensington Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Kensington Elementary School offer ?
Kensington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Kensington Elementary School part of?
Kensington Elementary School is part of Kensington School District.
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