Serving 772 students in grades 4-7, Kenston Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-7
- Enrollment: 772 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 88% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Kenston Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Chagrin Falls, OH, and encompasses an area of approximately 55.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kenston Middle 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
Kenston Middle School's student population of 772 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-7
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
772 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kenston Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kenston Middle School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#286 out of 3181 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.2%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kenston Middle School's ranking?
Kenston Middle School is ranked #286 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Kenston Middle School often compared to?
Kenston Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chardon Middle School, West Geauga Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Kenston Middle School?
772 students attend Kenston Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Kenston Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kenston Middle School?
Kenston Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kenston Middle School offer ?
Kenston Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-7 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kenston Middle School part of?
Kenston Middle School is part of Kenston Local School District.
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