Serving 300 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Kenderton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kenderton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Kenderton Elementary School's student population of 300 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
300 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Colors
Blue
School Calendar
School Motto
Change will not come if we wait for some other person or some other time. We are the ones we’ve been waiting for. We are the change that we seek.
School Rankings
Kenderton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kenderton Elementary School is 0.26, which is less 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
#2660 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
14%
16%
Black
85%
14%
White
1%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
59%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kenderton Elementary School's ranking?
Kenderton Elementary School is ranked #2660 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Kenderton Elementary School?
300 students attend Kenderton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Kenderton Elementary School students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kenderton Elementary School?
Kenderton Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kenderton Elementary School offer ?
Kenderton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kenderton Elementary School part of?
Kenderton Elementary School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Kenderton Elementary School located?
Kenderton Elementary School is located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 106 other public schools located in North Philadelphia.
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