Serving 396 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kenmore Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Kenmore Elementary serves the west part of Kenmore, WA, encompassing an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Families can typically reach the school within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kenmore Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kenmore Elementary School's student population of 396 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
396 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1959
School Motto
Strengthening Our Community Through Excellence in Education
School Rankings
Kenmore Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kenmore Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#620 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
44%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.3%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kenmore Elementary School's ranking?
Kenmore Elementary School is ranked #620 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Kenmore Elementary School often compared to?
Kenmore Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arrowhead Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Kenmore Elementary School?
396 students attend Kenmore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Kenmore Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kenmore Elementary School?
Kenmore Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kenmore Elementary School offer ?
Kenmore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kenmore Elementary School part of?
Kenmore Elementary School is part of Northshore School District.
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