Kenilworth Elementary School

12520 Kembridge Dr
Bowie, MD 20715
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 384 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kenilworth Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 384 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 78%
  • : Top 50% in MD
  • : 25-29% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

School Overview

Kenilworth Elementary School's student population of 384 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
384 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Kenilworth Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kenilworth Elementary School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MD)
#531 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
25-29%
27%
50-54%
45%
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
21%
23%
Black
47%
33%
White
22%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.69
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Cougar
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kenilworth Elementary School's ranking?
Kenilworth Elementary School is ranked #531 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Kenilworth Elementary School?
384 students attend Kenilworth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Kenilworth Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kenilworth Elementary School?
Kenilworth Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kenilworth Elementary School offer ?
Kenilworth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kenilworth Elementary School part of?
Kenilworth Elementary School is part of Prince George's County Public Schools.

School Reviews

4   10/10/2025
It is great. I was here for 2 years. They have breakfast, lunch and dinner..
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Saunders Hunt

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 384 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 78%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 25-29% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

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