Very Good
#279 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 14% in state
Kenwood Elementary
Elementary School · Minneapolis Public School District
2013 PENN AVE S, Minneapolis, MN 55405
Enrollment
352
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
352
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#279 of 1,992
In Minneapolis
#20 of 125
public schools
In district
#16 of 78
Minneapolis Public School District
Academic performance
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Kenwood Elementary
Kenwood Elementary is a public elementary school in Minneapolis, MN, part of Minneapolis Public School District. Kenwood Elementary serves approximately 352 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Kenwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #279 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Kenwood Elementary show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Kenwood Elementary 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 Elementary — Students at Kenwood Elementary score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 7.4/10.
How Kenwood Elementary Compares
See how Kenwood Elementary 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
2013 PENN AVE S, Minneapolis, MN 55405
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kenwood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. AMOS AND CELIA HEILICHER MINNEAPOLIS JEWISH DAY SC (rated 7.8/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is MINNEAPOLIS JEWISH DAY SCHOOL INC. (rated 7.6/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, EMERSON ELEMENTARY (rated 5.5/10, 1.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Minneapolis, see our Minneapolis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Anwatin Middle Minneapolis | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Ella Baker Elementary Minneapolis | 0.8 mi | 4.0 |
| BRYN MAWR ELEMENTARY Minneapolis | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| LOVEWORKS ACADEMY FOR ARTS Minneapolis | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| DOWNTOWN CAMPUS Minneapolis | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| RIVER BEND EDUCATIONAL CENTER Minneapolis | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| HARRISON EDUCATION CENTER Minneapolis | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| CHILD GARDEN MONTESSORI Minneapolis | 1.3 mi | — |
| Whittier Elementary Minneapolis | 1.3 mi | 3.9 |
| MINNEAPOLIS JEWISH DAY SCHOOL INC. Minneapolis | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Best Academy Minneapolis | 1.6 mi | 3.9 |
| WELLSTONE INTERNATIONAL HIGH Minneapolis | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Wellstone International High - SWS Minneapolis | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| MERC Minneapolis | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| MERC Extended Minneapolis | 1.3 mi | — |
| ARETE ACADEMY Saint Louis Park | 1.3 mi | — |
| AMOS AND CELIA HEILICHER MINNEAPOLIS JEWISH DAY SC Minneapolis | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| EMERSON ELEMENTARY Minneapolis | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| BETHUNE ELEMENTARY Minneapolis | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
| BAIS YAAKOV HIGH SCHOOL Minneapolis | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55405 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,425
Median Home Value
$450,200
Median Rent
$1,188/mo
Population
16,915
College Educated
59.1%
Homeownership
36%
Avg Commute
21.4 min
Poverty Rate
20.6%
Median Age
31.4
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MACCRAY Elementary Clara City, MN | 7.8 |
| PLAINVIEW-ELGIN-MILLVILLE PK-3 Plainview, MN | 7.8 |
| ST THOMAS MORE SCHOOL Saint Paul, MN | 7.8 |
| Xinxing Academy Hopkins, MN | 7.8 |
| ALBANY ELEMENTARY Albany, MN | 7.7 |
| Ada-Borup-West Elementary Ada, MN | 7.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kenwood Elementary
What grades does Kenwood Elementary serve?
Kenwood Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Kenwood Elementary?
Kenwood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 352 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kenwood Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Kenwood Elementary is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kenwood Elementary rank in MN?
Kenwood Elementary ranks #279 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Kenwood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Kenwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kenwood Elementary has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Kenwood Elementary a charter school?
No, Kenwood Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kenwood Elementary a Title I school?
No, Kenwood Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kenwood Elementary?
50.0% of students at Kenwood Elementary 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 352
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Hennepin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.4%
- Phone
- (612) 668-2760
Resources & Links
District
Minneapolis Public School District- District Enrollment
- 29,063
- Schools in District
- 98
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,839
- District Rank
- #16 of 78
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