Serving 477 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 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kennard Elementary School serves the southwest part of Centreville, MD, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 173.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 7.5 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 13.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kennard Elementary School's student population of 477 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
477 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
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 0.42, 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%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Black
8%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
White
75%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.2%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
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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?
477 students attend Kennard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Kennard Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 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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