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#8134 of 9,539 schools in CA

Father Keith B. Kenny

Elementary School · Sacramento City Unified

3525 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95817

Enrollment

235

Student-Teacher

23.5:1

Score

4.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#8,134 of 9,539

In Sacramento

#135 of 198

public schools

In district

#44 of 71

Sacramento City Unified

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Father Keith B. Kenny

4.4/10

Elementary School in Sacramento · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Father Keith B. Kenny

Father Keith B. Kenny is a public elementary school in Sacramento, CA, part of Sacramento City Unified. Father Keith B.

Kenny serves approximately 235 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 23.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Father Keith B. Kenny has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #8,134 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Father Keith B. Kenny show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 4.4 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.1
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Father Keith B. Kenny runs 23.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

56% of students at Father Keith B. Kenny were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.6 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.1Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency11.9% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency21.2% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-33.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-21.6 pts
Overall Proficiency17% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)21% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-4.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile22th
Resources & Environment2.3Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio23.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,892
Chronic Absenteeism56.2%

Father Keith B. Kenny — Students at Father Keith B. Kenny score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

95.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 27.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
38.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 33.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.4% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
37%
ELA
27%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
20%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
29%
ELA
40%
2017
Math
33%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
13.1%
ELA
26.1%
2024
Math
11.9%
ELA
20.7%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.5/10.

How Father Keith B. Kenny Compares

See how Father Keith B. Kenny performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.4/10
15th percentile in CA
Academic
4.1/10
Below Average
Growth
5.5/10
Average
Environment
2.3/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
95%
Teaching Staff
24:1 student-teacher ratio
10 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
56.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3525 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95817

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Father Keith B. Kenny may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. David Lubin Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is The Language Academy of Sacramento (rated 7.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST PATRICK ACADEMY (rated 6.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sacramento, see our Sacramento schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
American Legion High (Continuation) Sacramento 0.4 mi 6.4
Heidelberg Christian Academy Sacramento 0.5 mi
CHRISTIAN BROTHERS HIGH SCHOOL Sacramento 0.5 mi 4.9
Oak Ridge Elementary Sacramento 0.6 mi 3.2
Christian Brothers High School Sacramento 0.6 mi
Bret Harte Elementary Sacramento 0.7 mi 3.9
The Language Academy of Sacramento Sacramento 0.8 mi 7.9
Sacramento Charter High Sacramento 1.0 mi 5.2
St. HOPE Public School 7 Sacramento 1.0 mi 2.4
Kadiant LLC - Land Park Campus Sacramento 0.8 mi
Ethel Phillips Elementary Sacramento 1.0 mi 4.0
St. Patrick SUCCEED Academy Sacramento 1.6 mi
ST PATRICK ACADEMY Sacramento 1.6 mi 6.7
Ethel I. Baker Elementary Sacramento 1.6 mi 3.5
ST ROBERT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Sacramento 1.5 mi 5.7
David Lubin Elementary Sacramento 1.8 mi 8.4
St. Robert Catholic School Sacramento 1.5 mi
Mark Twain Elementary Sacramento 1.6 mi 4.9
C. K. McClatchy High Sacramento 1.5 mi 4.9
West Campus Sacramento 1.6 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 95817 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,621

Median Home Value

$500,700

Median Rent

$1,511/mo

Population

14,123

College Educated

48.2%

Homeownership

39.3%

Avg Commute

20.9 min

Poverty Rate

21.2%

Median Age

34.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Father Keith B. Kenny

What grades does Father Keith B. Kenny serve?

Father Keith B. Kenny serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Father Keith B. Kenny?

Father Keith B. Kenny has an enrollment of approximately 235 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Father Keith B. Kenny?

The student-teacher ratio at Father Keith B. Kenny is 23.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Father Keith B. Kenny rank in CA?

Father Keith B. Kenny ranks #8,134 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Father Keith B. Kenny's MySchoolScout rating?

Father Keith B. Kenny has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Father Keith B. Kenny?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Father Keith B. Kenny has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Father Keith B. Kenny a charter school?

No, Father Keith B. Kenny is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Father Keith B. Kenny a Title I school?

No, Father Keith B. Kenny is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Father Keith B. Kenny?

95.3% of students at Father Keith B. Kenny qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
73 Very Walkable
Transit Score
39 Some Transit
Bike Score
80 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
235
Student-Teacher Ratio
23.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Free/Reduced Lunch
95.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Sacramento County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
56.2%

District

Sacramento City Unified
District Enrollment
38,268
Schools in District
73
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,892
District Rank
#44 of 71

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