Serving 166 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 65-69% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 32%). 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 17:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 166 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- 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
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Kenna Elementary School's student population of 166 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
166 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kenna Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kenna Elementary School is 0.34, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.21. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#13 out of 627 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
7%
4%
White
81%
89%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
2%
8%
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 #13 out of 627 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, Montrose Elementary School, Holz Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% 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?
166 students attend Kenna Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Kenna Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kenna Elementary School?
Kenna Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Kenna Elementary School part of?
Kenna Elementary School is part of Kanawha County Schools School District.
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