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#1233 of 1,793 schools in MA
Kenny Elementary School
Elementary School · Boston
19 Oakton Avenue, Dorchester, MA 02122
Enrollment
338
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
338
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,233 of 1,793
In Dorchester
#17 of 29
public schools
In district
#72 of 109
Boston
School environment
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Kenny Elementary School
Kenny Elementary School is a public elementary school in Dorchester, MA, part of Boston. Kenny Elementary School serves approximately 338 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Kenny Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,233 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Kenny Elementary School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Kenny Elementary 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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Kenny Elementary School — Students at Kenny Elementary School score 20% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 92 test records from MA 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: 4.5/10.
How Kenny Elementary School Compares
See how Kenny Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
19 Oakton Avenue, Dorchester, MA 02122
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kenny Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Lower (rated 9.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is EPIPHANY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Dorchester Center), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mather Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dorchester, see our Dorchester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02122 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,945
Median Home Value
$656,400
Median Rent
$2,052/mo
Population
23,471
College Educated
37.5%
Homeownership
43.7%
Avg Commute
33.2 min
Poverty Rate
14.7%
Median Age
36.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kenny Elementary School
What grades does Kenny Elementary School serve?
Kenny Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Kenny Elementary School?
Kenny Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 338 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kenny Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Kenny Elementary School is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kenny Elementary School rank in MA?
Kenny Elementary School ranks #1,233 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Kenny Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Kenny Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Kenny Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kenny Elementary School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Kenny Elementary School a charter school?
No, Kenny Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kenny Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Kenny Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 338
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.2%
- Phone
- (617) 635-8789
Resources & Links
District
Boston- District Enrollment
- 45,742
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $37,200
- District Rank
- #72 of 109
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