Serving 469 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kenly Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kenly Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kenly Elementary School's student population of 469 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
469 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kenly Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kenly Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3042 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
24%
36%
Black
61%
21%
White
9%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kenly Elementary School's ranking?
Kenly Elementary School is ranked #3042 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Kenly Elementary School?
469 students attend Kenly Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Kenly Elementary School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kenly Elementary School?
Kenly Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Kenly Elementary School offer ?
Kenly Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Kenly Elementary School part of?
Kenly Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
School Calendar
View the Kenly Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Seniors' Last Day
May 21, 2024 (Tuesday)
Last Day of School/End of 4th Grading Period (End of 2nd Semester)
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
First Day of School
August 12, 2024 (Monday)
Fall Break/Non-Student Days *
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break/Non-Student Days
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
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