Serving 1,023 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kensington Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,023 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kensington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Kensington Elementary School's student population of 1,023 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,023 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kensington Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kensington Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#171 out of 2568 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
4%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
6%
25%
White
70%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kensington Elementary School's ranking?
Kensington Elementary School is ranked #171 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Kensington Elementary School often compared to?
Kensington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marvin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Kensington Elementary School?
1,023 students attend Kensington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Kensington Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kensington Elementary School?
Kensington Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
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 Union County Public Schools School District.
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