Serving 366 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Kent Primary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 366 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Kent Primary School serves the southern part of Carmel, NY, covering an area of approximately 12.1 square miles, with most families typically within a 10-15 minute drive to the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 6.6 miles, extending up to 8.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kent Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kent Primary School's student population of 366 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
366 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kent Primary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kent Primary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2447 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
51%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
41%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kent Primary School's ranking?
Kent Primary School is ranked #2447 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Kent Primary School often compared to?
Kent Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kent Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Kent Primary School?
366 students attend Kent Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Kent Primary School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kent Primary School?
Kent Primary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Kent Primary School offer ?
Kent Primary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kent Primary School part of?
Kent Primary School is part of Carmel Central School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Hands down the best school. The staff goes above and beyond. The students are happy to be there. The last day of fourth grade all the kids are hysterically crying that they are leaving KPS for middle school...that's when you know that the school did something right and is so special that the kids love being there so much. It truly is a one of a kind special place for kids to grow.
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