Serving 295 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kenny Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 295 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Kenny Elementary serves the southern part of Minneapolis, MN, covering an area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Families within this attendance zone typically live 5-10 minutes from the school, with an average distance of 0.9 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum distance of 1.3 miles to the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kenny Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kenny Elementary School's student population of 295 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
295 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kenny Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kenny Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#9 out of 1773 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
2%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
60%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.8%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
34%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kenny Elementary School's ranking?
Kenny Elementary School is ranked #9 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Kenny Elementary School often compared to?
Kenny Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Armatage Elementary School, Burroughs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Kenny Elementary School?
295 students attend Kenny Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Kenny Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kenny Elementary School?
Kenny Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kenny Elementary School offer ?
Kenny Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kenny Elementary School part of?
Kenny Elementary School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Kenny Elementary School located?
Kenny Elementary School is located in the Southwest Minneapolis neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 14 other public schools located in Southwest Minneapolis.
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