Serving 248 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kensington International School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 248 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kensington International School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Kensington International School's student population of 248 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
248 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kensington International School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kensington International School is 0.42, which is less 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
#1340 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
75%
24%
Black
14%
10%
White
3%
54%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kensington International School's ranking?
Kensington International School is ranked #1340 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Kensington International School?
248 students attend Kensington International School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Kensington International School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kensington International School?
Kensington International School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Kensington International School offer ?
Kensington International School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Kensington International School part of?
Kensington International School is part of Springfield School District.
In what neighborhood is Kensington International School located?
Kensington International School is located in the Forest Park neighborhood of Springfield, MA. There are 7 other public schools located in Forest Park.
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