Below Average
#1072 of 1,280 schools in IA
Kenwood Leadership Academy School
Elementary School · Cedar Rapids Comm School District
3700 E Av NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
Enrollment
403
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
403
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Iowa schools
#1,072 of 1,280
In Cedar Rapids
#19 of 40
public schools
In district
#12 of 31
Cedar Rapids Comm School District
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Kenwood Leadership Academy School
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About Kenwood Leadership Academy School
Kenwood Leadership Academy School is a public elementary school in Cedar Rapids, IA, part of Cedar Rapids Comm School District. Kenwood Leadership Academy School serves approximately 403 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Kenwood Leadership Academy School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,072 of 1,280 schools in IA.
Structured state assessment records for Kenwood Leadership Academy School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 4.5
- IA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Kenwood Leadership Academy School 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
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Kenwood Leadership Academy School — Students at Kenwood Leadership Academy School score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IA ISASP (2024-25)
Based on 35 test records from IA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.6/10.
How Kenwood Leadership Academy School Compares
See how Kenwood Leadership Academy School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3700 E Av NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kenwood Leadership Academy School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SUMMIT SCHOOLS (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST MATTHEW SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cedar Rapids, see our Cedar Rapids schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SUMMIT SCHOOLS Cedar Rapids | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Harding Middle School Cedar Rapids | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Arthur Elementary School Cedar Rapids | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| REGIS MIDDLE SCHOOL Cedar Rapids | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| ST MATTHEW SCHOOL Cedar Rapids | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Wright Elementary School Cedar Rapids | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Franklin Middle School Cedar Rapids | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| George Washington High School Cedar Rapids | 1.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Garfield Elementary School Cedar Rapids | 1.3 mi | 2.7 |
| ST PIUS X ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cedar Rapids | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Johnson STEAM Academy School Cedar Rapids | 2.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Bowman Woods Elementary School Cedar Rapids | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| ISAAC NEWTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cedar Rapids | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| CEDAR VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cedar Rapids | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Pierce Elementary School Cedar Rapids | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Grant Wood Elementary School Cedar Rapids | 2.6 mi | 4.1 |
| McKinley STEAM Academy Cedar Rapids | 2.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Nixon Elementary School Hiawatha | 2.4 mi | 4.4 |
| John F Kennedy High School Cedar Rapids | 2.1 mi | 4.8 |
| ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Cedar Rapids | 2.8 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 52402 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,319
Median Home Value
$188,700
Median Rent
$992/mo
Population
43,076
College Educated
41.4%
Homeownership
64.9%
Avg Commute
17.8 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Median Age
35.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Camanche Elementary Camanche, IA | 4.5 |
| East Sac County Elementary Sac City, IA | 4.5 |
| Harlan Intermediate School Harlan, IA | 4.5 |
| Highland Elementary School Riverside, IA | 4.5 |
| Linn Grove Elementary School Marion, IA | 4.5 |
| ST LUKE THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Ankeny, IA | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kenwood Leadership Academy School
What grades does Kenwood Leadership Academy School serve?
Kenwood Leadership Academy School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Kenwood Leadership Academy School?
Kenwood Leadership Academy School has an enrollment of approximately 403 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kenwood Leadership Academy School?
The student-teacher ratio at Kenwood Leadership Academy School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kenwood Leadership Academy School rank in IA?
Kenwood Leadership Academy School ranks #1,072 of 1,280 schools in IA.
What is Kenwood Leadership Academy School's MySchoolScout rating?
Kenwood Leadership Academy School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Kenwood Leadership Academy School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kenwood Leadership Academy School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Kenwood Leadership Academy School a charter school?
No, Kenwood Leadership Academy School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kenwood Leadership Academy School a Title I school?
No, Kenwood Leadership Academy School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kenwood Leadership Academy School?
71.2% of students at Kenwood Leadership Academy School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 403
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Linn County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.2%
- Phone
- (319) 558-1465
Resources & Links
District
Cedar Rapids Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 15,589
- Schools in District
- 34
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,623
- District Rank
- #12 of 31
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