Serving 485 students in grades Kindergarten-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 28% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 485 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kenton Elementary School serves the northeast part of Springfield, OH, covering an area of approximately 3.6 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located around 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kenton Elementary School's student population of 485 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
485 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
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 0.70, which is more 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
#2516 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
32%
17%
White
41%
65%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
19%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.9%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
3%
6%
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 #2516 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 Kenton Ridge Elementary School, Lagonda Elementary School, Snowhill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Kenton Elementary School?
485 students attend Kenton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Kenton Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 19% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kenton Elementary School?
Kenton Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kenton Elementary School offer ?
Kenton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kenton Elementary School part of?
Kenton Elementary School is part of Springfield City School District.
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