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#747 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 42% in state

Kensington International School

Elementary School · Springfield

31 Kensington Avenue, Springfield, MA 01108

Enrollment

262

Student-Teacher

9.7:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#747 of 1,793

In Springfield

#21 of 67

public schools

In district

#21 of 61

Springfield

School environment

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Kensington International School

6.7/10

Elementary School in Springfield · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Kensington International School

Kensington International School is a public elementary school in Springfield, MA, part of Springfield. Kensington International School serves approximately 262 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Kensington International School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #747 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Kensington International School show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Kensington International School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

31% of students at Kensington International 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.41 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency19.7% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency20% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-24 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-22.6 pts
Overall Proficiency20% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)4% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+16.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,900
Chronic Absenteeism30.5%

Kensington International School — Students at Kensington International School score 20% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 4%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 20.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 30.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2010
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2011
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
22%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
22.5%
ELA
33.5%
2019
Math
19.5%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
6.1%
ELA
28.5%
2022
Math
17.5%
ELA
27.3%
2023
Math
16.7%
ELA
25%
2024
Math
21%
ELA
19.3%
2025
Math
19.7%
ELA
20%

* 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: 6.8/10.

How Kensington International School Compares

See how Kensington International School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
58th percentile in MA
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.5%

Location

31 Kensington Avenue, Springfield, MA 01108

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kensington International School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Elias Brookings (rated 7.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Milton Bradley School (rated 6.4/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Springfield High School Springfield 0.2 mi 4.6
Liberty Preparatory Academy Springfield 0.2 mi
Forest Park Middle Springfield 0.4 mi 5.1
Springfield Realization Academy Springfield 0.4 mi 5.1
TRINITY NURSERY AND KINDERGARTEN Springfield 0.5 mi
White Street Springfield 0.4 mi 6.1
Elias Brookings Springfield 0.6 mi 7.5
Springfield Public Day Middle School Springfield 0.8 mi 5.6
Veritas Preparatory Charter School Springfield 0.7 mi 5.5
Washington Springfield 0.9 mi 5.9
Sumner Avenue Springfield 0.9 mi 4.5
SPRINGFIELD COMMONWEALTH ACADEMY Springfield 0.9 mi 7.6
Benjamin Swan Elementary Springfield 1.3 mi 5.2
William N. DeBerry Springfield 1.3 mi 4.8
SPRINGFIELD SDA JUNIOR ACADEMY Springfield 1.3 mi 4.2
Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School Springfield 1.1 mi 8.5
Early Childhood Education Center Springfield 1.4 mi 5.8
Milton Bradley School Springfield 1.2 mi 6.4
High School Of Commerce Springfield 1.3 mi 5.8
Emergence Academy Springfield 1.3 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01108 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,851

Median Home Value

$219,500

Median Rent

$1,224/mo

Population

27,409

College Educated

21.2%

Homeownership

47.3%

Avg Commute

20.1 min

Poverty Rate

31.5%

Median Age

34

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H.B. Lawrence School Holyoke, MA 6.7
Holland Elementary Holland, MA 6.7
Kittredge North Andover, MA 6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kensington International School

What grades does Kensington International School serve?

Kensington International School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Kensington International School?

Kensington International School has an enrollment of approximately 262 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Kensington International School?

The student-teacher ratio at Kensington International School is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Kensington International School rank in MA?

Kensington International School ranks #747 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Kensington International School's MySchoolScout rating?

Kensington International School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Kensington International School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Kensington International School has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Kensington International School a charter school?

No, Kensington International School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Kensington International School a Title I school?

No, Kensington International School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
82 Very Walkable
Transit Score
59 Good Transit
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
262
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Hampden County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.5%

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