Serving 180 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kenna Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 180 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Kenna Elementary School serves the west part of Charleston, WV, with an attendance zone covering approximately 1.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1 mile from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kenna Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kenna Elementary School's student population of 180 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
180 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Kenna Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kenna Elementary School is 0.38, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#12 out of 617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
3%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
50%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
2%
8%
Showing 2002–2012. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kenna Elementary School's ranking?
Kenna Elementary School is ranked #12 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Kenna Elementary School often compared to?
Kenna Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Overbrook Elementary School, Holz Elementary School, Montrose Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Kenna Elementary School?
180 students attend Kenna Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Kenna Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kenna Elementary School?
Kenna Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kenna Elementary School offer ?
Kenna Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kenna Elementary School part of?
Kenna Elementary School is part of Kanawha County Schools.
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