Serving 388 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kenwood Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kenwood Elementary serves the west part of Minneapolis, MN, covering an attendance zone of approximately 4.4 square miles. Families within this area typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kenwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Kenwood Elementary School's student population of 388 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
388 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kenwood Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kenwood Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#491 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
43%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.2%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kenwood Elementary School's ranking?
Kenwood Elementary School is ranked #491 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Kenwood Elementary School often compared to?
Kenwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washburn Elementary School, Plymouth Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Kenwood Elementary School?
388 students attend Kenwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Kenwood Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kenwood Elementary School?
Kenwood Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kenwood Elementary School offer ?
Kenwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kenwood Elementary School part of?
Kenwood Elementary School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Kenwood Elementary School located?
Kenwood Elementary School is located in the Calhoun Isles neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 3 other public schools located in Calhoun Isles.
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