Kenton Elementary School

731 E Home Rd
Springfield, OH 45503
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 468 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 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 468 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 53%
  • : Bottom 50% in OH
  • : 28% (Btm 50%)
  • : 38% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Kenton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Kenton Elementary School's student population of 468 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
468 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar

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 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (OH)
#2516 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
28%
54%
38%
60%
20-29%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
27%
17%
White
47%
66%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
18%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.68
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
3%
6%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

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, Snowhill Elementary School, Lagonda 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?
468 students attend Kenton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Kenton Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 18% 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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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 468 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 53%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 28% (Btm 50%)
  • : 38% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

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