Serving 593 students in grades 3-5, Kensington Intermediate Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 94% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 593 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 94% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kensington Intermediate Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kensington Intermediate Elementary School's student population of 593 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
593 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 26, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. May 30, 2026
School Motto
We are caring. We are exceptional. We are competitive.
School Rankings
Kensington Intermediate Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kensington Intermediate Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#31 out of 3181 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
90%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kensington Intermediate Elementary School's ranking?
Kensington Intermediate Elementary School is ranked #31 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Kensington Intermediate Elementary School often compared to?
Kensington Intermediate Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Big Creek Elementary School, Whitney Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Kensington Intermediate Elementary School?
593 students attend Kensington Intermediate Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Kensington Intermediate Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kensington Intermediate Elementary School?
Kensington Intermediate Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kensington Intermediate Elementary School offer ?
Kensington Intermediate Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kensington Intermediate Elementary School part of?
Kensington Intermediate Elementary School is part of Rocky River City School District.
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