Serving 352 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kenwood Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). 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 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 352 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Kenwood Elementary School's student population of 352 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
352 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Kenwood Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kenwood Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#313 out of 1860 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
23%
12%
White
48%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kenwood Elementary School's ranking?
Kenwood Elementary School is ranked #313 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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 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 45% 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?
352 students attend Kenwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Kenwood Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kenwood Elementary School?
Kenwood Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, 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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