Kenilworth Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kenilworth Elementary School serves the northern part of Phoenix, AZ, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (23-24)
489 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kenilworth Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#1352 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
4%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
76%
48%
Black
8%
6%
White
7%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kenilworth Elementary School's ranking?
Kenilworth Elementary School is ranked #1352 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Kenilworth Elementary School often compared to?
Kenilworth Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lowell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Kenilworth Elementary School?
489 students attend Kenilworth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Kenilworth Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Kenilworth Elementary School offer ?
Kenilworth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kenilworth Elementary School part of?
Kenilworth Elementary School is part of Phoenix Elementary District (4256).
In what neighborhood is Kenilworth Elementary School located?
Kenilworth Elementary School is located in the Central City neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 20 other public schools located in Central City.
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