Kenmore Middle School

200 S Carlin Springs Rd
Arlington, VA 22204
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 1,004 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 44% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). 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 13:1 is lower than 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 Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,004 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 73%
  • : Bottom 50% in VA
  • : 44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 62% (Btm 50%)
  • : 54% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Kenmore Middle School's student population of 1,004 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,004 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers

School Rankings

Kenmore Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 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.
This School
State Level (VA)
#1206 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(20-21)
44%
54%
(20-21)
62%
69%
(20-21)
54%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
8%
Hispanic
48%
19%
Black
11%
22%
White
27%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.68
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kenmore Middle School's ranking?
Kenmore Middle School is ranked #1206 out of 1,792 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% 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?
1,004 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, 11% of students are Black, 8% 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 13:1, which is lower than 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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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,004 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 73%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 62% (Btm 50%)
  • : 54% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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