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#1330 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 39% in state

Kenwood Elementary School

Elementary School · Bowling Green City School District

710 Kenwood Ave, Bowling Green, OH 43402

Enrollment

292

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#1,330 of 3,441

In Bowling Green

#3 of 9

public schools

In district

#2 of 6

Bowling Green City School District

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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7.0/10

Elementary School in Bowling Green · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Kenwood Elementary School

Kenwood Elementary School is a public elementary school in Bowling Green, OH, part of Bowling Green City School District. Kenwood Elementary School serves approximately 292 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Kenwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,330 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Kenwood Elementary School show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.8
  • OH avg 6.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.57 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.0Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency69.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency61% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+3.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile56th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,664
Chronic Absenteeism18.2%

Kenwood Elementary School — Students at Kenwood Elementary School score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

46.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 67.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 73.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
86%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
88%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
83%
2014
Math
63%
ELA
74%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
56%
2016
Math
61%
ELA
60%
2017
Math
66%
ELA
69%
2018
Math
60%
ELA
65%
2019
Math
60%
ELA
65%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
52.5%
ELA
69.5%

* 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: 5.9/10.

How Kenwood Elementary School Compares

See how Kenwood Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
61th percentile in OH
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
47%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.2%

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

710 Kenwood Ave, Bowling Green, OH 43402

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kenwood Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Elmwood Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 9.3 miles away, in nearby Bloomdale), which scores notably higher. Another option is Waterville Primary School (rated 9.0/10, 10.8 miles away, in nearby Waterville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fort Meigs Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Perrysburg), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bowling Green, see our Bowling Green schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.6 mi
School Distance Rating
SLEEK ACADEMY Bowling Green 0.4 mi
ST ALOYSIUS CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY AND JR. HIGH SCH Bowling Green 0.7 mi 7.3
Crim Elementary School Bowling Green 0.9 mi 6.3
Conneaut Elementary School Bowling Green 1.1 mi 7.1
Bowling Green Preschool Bowling Green 1.4 mi 4.0
Bowling Green High School Bowling Green 1.6 mi 6.3
Bowling Green Middle School Bowling Green 1.6 mi 6.5
Otsego Junior High Bowling Green 6.2 mi 6.1
Otsego High School Bowling Green 6.2 mi 4.5
Otsego Elementary School Bowling Green 6.3 mi 7.3
Elmwood Middle School Bloomdale 9.3 mi 8.6
Elmwood High School Bloomdale 9.3 mi 7.0
Elmwood Elementary School Bloomdale 9.3 mi 9.2
Perrysburg High School Perrysburg 10.7 mi 7.8
Hull Prairie Intermediate School Perrysburg 10.8 mi 8.5
Waterville Primary School Waterville 10.8 mi 9.0
Fort Meigs Elementary School Perrysburg 11.8 mi 9.0
Eastwood I High School Pemberville 9.5 mi 8.8
Eastwood Middle School Pemberville 9.6 mi 8.3
DISCOVERY CENTER Waterville 11.6 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43402 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,245

Median Home Value

$230,500

Median Rent

$875/mo

Population

31,538

College Educated

45.4%

Homeownership

45.2%

Avg Commute

19.1 min

Poverty Rate

24.7%

Median Age

29

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Cory-Rawson Elementary School Rawson, OH 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kenwood Elementary School

What grades does Kenwood Elementary School serve?

Kenwood Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Kenwood Elementary School?

Kenwood Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 292 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Kenwood Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Kenwood Elementary School is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Kenwood Elementary School rank in OH?

Kenwood Elementary School ranks #1,330 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Kenwood Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Kenwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Kenwood Elementary School has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Kenwood Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Kenwood Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Kenwood Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kenwood Elementary School?

46.9% of students at Kenwood Elementary 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
74 Very Walkable
Bike Score
63 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
292
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Wood County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.2%

District

Bowling Green City School District
District Enrollment
2,553
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,664
District Rank
#2 of 6

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