Serving 1,053 students in grades 6-8, Kenmore Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is equal to the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,053 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kenmore Middle serves the southwest part of Arlington, VA, covering an area of approximately 2.4 square miles. Most families are typically within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.6 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kenmore Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Kenmore Middle School's student population of 1,053 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,053 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Child, Every Day, Whatever It Takes
School Rankings
Kenmore Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kenmore Middle School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1092 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)62%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)54%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
48%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
27%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.7%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
7%
2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kenmore Middle School's ranking?
Kenmore Middle School is ranked #1092 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Kenmore Middle School often compared to?
Kenmore Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Swanson Middle School, Jefferson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Kenmore Middle School?
1,053 students attend Kenmore Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Kenmore Middle School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kenmore Middle School?
Kenmore Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kenmore Middle School offer ?
Kenmore Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kenmore Middle School part of?
Kenmore Middle School is part of Arlington County School District.
In what neighborhood is Kenmore Middle School located?
Kenmore Middle School is located in the Glencarlyn neighborhood of Arlington, VA. There are 2 other public schools located in Glencarlyn.
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