Serving 481 students in grades 3-5, Kennard Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 481 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kennard Elementary School's student population of 481 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
481 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Motto
Inspire and empower our students to exemplify the pillars of character.
School Rankings
Kennard Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kennard Elementary School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#438 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
10%
23%
Black
7%
33%
White
74%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kennard Elementary School's ranking?
Kennard Elementary School is ranked #438 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Kennard Elementary School often compared to?
Kennard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centreville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Kennard Elementary School?
481 students attend Kennard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Kennard Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kennard Elementary School?
Kennard Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kennard Elementary School offer ?
Kennard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kennard Elementary School part of?
Kennard Elementary School is part of Queen Anne's County School District.
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