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Kensington Elementary

Elementary School · Georgetown 01

86 Kensington Boulevard, Georgetown, SC 29440

Enrollment

565

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#747 of 1,176

In Georgetown

#2 of 8

public schools

In district

#9 of 19

Georgetown 01

School environment

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Kensington Elementary

5.7/10

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

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4.2/10

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6.9/10

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About Kensington Elementary

Kensington Elementary is a public elementary school in Georgetown, SC, part of Georgetown 01. Kensington Elementary serves approximately 565 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Kensington Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #747 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Kensington Elementary show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 5.1
  • SC avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.3Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.11 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency39% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile47th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,951
Chronic Absenteeism28.3%

Kensington Elementary — Students at Kensington Elementary score 39% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 50.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 49.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
80%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
66%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
69%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
81%
2013
Math
74%
ELA
83%
2014
Math
49%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
35%
2016
Math
29%
ELA
35%
2017
Math
40%
ELA
30%
2018
Math
41%
ELA
34%
2019
Math
41%
ELA
34%
2020*
Math
34%
ELA
31%
2021*
Math
34%
ELA
31%
2022
Math
40%
ELA
38%

* 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: 4.3/10.

How Kensington Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.7/10
37th percentile in SC
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
4.3/10
Below Average
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
47 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.3%

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

86 Kensington Boulevard, Georgetown, SC 29440

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kensington Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Waccamaw Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 9.6 miles away, in nearby Pawleys Island), which scores notably higher. Another option is PAWLEYS ISLAND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.5/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby Pawleys Island), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Pleasant Hill Elementary STREAM Academy (rated 6.2/10, 19.7 miles away, in nearby Hemingway), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Georgetown, see our Georgetown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Georgetown Middle Georgetown 1.1 mi 4.2
Georgetown High Georgetown 1.2 mi 6.9
THE GEORGETOWN SCHOOL OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Georgetown 1.9 mi 7.0
McDonald Elementary Georgetown 1.8 mi 4.2
Maryville Elementary Georgetown 4.0 mi 4.4
Coastal Montessori Charter Pawleys Island 6.8 mi 5.5
Brown's Ferry Elementary School for the Creative and Perform Georgetown 8.1 mi 5.2
Waccamaw High Pawleys Island 8.9 mi 8.3
Plantersville Elementary Digital Immersion Georgetown 10.0 mi 3.4
Waccamaw Elementary Pawleys Island 9.6 mi 8.6
PAWLEYS ISLAND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pawleys Island 9.5 mi 6.5
Sampit Elementary Georgetown 9.5 mi 4.4
ALL SAINTS CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pawleys Island 9.8 mi
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF PAWLEYS ISLAND Pawleys Island 10.0 mi 5.2
Waccamaw Intermediate Pawleys Island 12.4 mi 7.5
Carvers Bay Middle STEAM Academy Hemingway 14.6 mi 4.4
Waccamaw Middle Pawleys Island 12.8 mi 6.9
Carvers Bay Early College and Career High Hemingway 14.8 mi 8.0
Pleasant Hill Elementary STREAM Academy Hemingway 19.7 mi 6.2
TRINITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Andrews 16.7 mi 4.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29440 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,926

Median Home Value

$160,400

Median Rent

$912/mo

Population

26,419

College Educated

23.1%

Homeownership

81.7%

Avg Commute

28.5 min

Poverty Rate

16.2%

Median Age

45.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kensington Elementary

What grades does Kensington Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Kensington Elementary?

Kensington Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 565 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Kensington Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Kensington Elementary is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Kensington Elementary rank in SC?

Kensington Elementary ranks #747 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Kensington Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Kensington Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Kensington Elementary has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Kensington Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Kensington Elementary a Title I school?

No, Kensington Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

100.0% of students at Kensington 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
31 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
565
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers (FTE)
47
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Georgetown County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.3%

District

Georgetown 01
District Enrollment
8,355
Schools in District
19
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,951
District Rank
#9 of 19

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