Kenwood Elementary School

2013 Penn Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55405
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
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 (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 388 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 57%
  • : Top 30% in MN
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : 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
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)
Total Students
388 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
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.
This School
State Level (MN)
#491 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
45-49%
46%
60-64%
51%
40-49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
16%
12%
Black
22%
12%
White
43%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.73
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Eagles

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, Lyndale 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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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 388 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 57%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : 40-49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

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