Serving 966 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kensington Park Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 966 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kensington Park Elementary School's student population of 966 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
966 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
School Rankings
Kensington Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kensington Park Elementary School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2308 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
97%
37%
Black
2%
21%
White
1%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kensington Park Elementary School's ranking?
Kensington Park Elementary School is ranked #2308 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Kensington Park Elementary School often compared to?
Kensington Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Citrus Grove K-8 Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Kensington Park Elementary School?
966 students attend Kensington Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Kensington Park Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kensington Park Elementary School?
Kensington Park Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kensington Park Elementary School offer ?
Kensington Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kensington Park Elementary School part of?
Kensington Park Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Kensington Park Elementary School located?
Kensington Park Elementary School is located in the Little Havana neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 19 other public schools located in Little Havana.
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Date
First day of school
August 14, 2025 (Thursday)
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