Serving 1,022 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Kenton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 1,022 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kenton Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Kenton, OH, encompassing approximately 119.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kenton Elementary School's student population of 1,022 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,022 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Kenton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kenton Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#2068 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
1%
17%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
89%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.4%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kenton Elementary School's ranking?
Kenton Elementary School is ranked #2068 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Kenton Elementary School often compared to?
Kenton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hardin Northern Elementary School, Ada Elementary School, Upper Scioto Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Kenton Elementary School?
1,022 students attend Kenton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Kenton Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kenton Elementary School?
Kenton Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kenton Elementary School offer ?
Kenton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kenton Elementary School part of?
Kenton Elementary School is part of Kenton City School District.
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