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Kenna Elementary School

Elementary School · JACKSON COUNTY SCHOOLS

275 Business Park Dr, Kenna, WV 25248

Enrollment

234

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#439 of 635

In district

#11 of 12

JACKSON COUNTY SCHOOLS

Academic performance

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Kenna Elementary School

5.4/10

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

Fairplain Elementary School

9.7/10

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8.6/10

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About Kenna Elementary School

Kenna Elementary School is a public elementary school in Kenna, WV, part of JACKSON COUNTY SCHOOLS. Kenna Elementary School serves approximately 234 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Kenna Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #439 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Kenna Elementary School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.1 pts below district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 7.5
  • WV avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Kenna Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-4.81 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47.5% (2025 WVGSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56.2% (2025 WVGSA)
Math vs. State Avg-5.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+9.9 pts
Overall Proficiency52% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)
vs. Expected+10.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,226
Chronic Absenteeism25.2%

Kenna Elementary School — Students at Kenna Elementary School score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 46.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 52.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.3% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 37 test records from WV state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
42%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
52%
2019
Math
52%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2024
Math
54%
ELA
59.3%
2025
Math
47.5%
ELA
56.2%

* 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: 2.6/10.

How Kenna Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.4/10
31th percentile in WV
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.2%

Location

275 Business Park Dr, Kenna, WV 25248

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kenna Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fairplain Elementary School (rated 9.7/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Ripley), which scores notably higher. Another option is Evans Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 13.2 miles away, in nearby Evans), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Flinn Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 12.7 miles away, in nearby Charleston), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kenna, see our Kenna schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Fairplain Elementary School Ripley 5.9 mi 9.7
Sissonville Elementary School Sissonville 9.3 mi 8.6
Confidence Elementary Liberty 9.0 mi 6.0
Ripley Middle School Ripley 10.4 mi 7.9
Ripley High School Ripley 10.7 mi 6.0
Ripley Elementary School Ripley 10.9 mi 7.8
RIPLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Ripley 11.6 mi 6.1
Flinn Elementary School Charleston 12.7 mi 9.2
Sissonville High School Charleston 13.1 mi 6.1
Sissonville Middle School Charleston 13.8 mi 6.2
Evans Elementary School Evans 13.2 mi 9.4
Poca Elementary Poca 15.7 mi 8.3
Hometown Elementary Red House 14.5 mi 5.8
Walton Elementary/Middle School Walton 13.5 mi 5.3
Poca Middle School Poca 15.7 mi 6.0
Gilmore Elementary School Sandyville 17.3 mi 7.9
Winfield High School Winfield 15.1 mi 7.8
Point Harmony Elementary School Cross Lanes 17.4 mi 5.2
CROSS LANES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cross Lanes 17.2 mi 5.8
Poca High School Poca 16.8 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 25248 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,563

Median Home Value

$187,900

Median Rent

$723/mo

Population

3,546

College Educated

4.6%

Homeownership

80.8%

Poverty Rate

20.7%

Median Age

45.7

Similar Schools

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School Rating
Glen Fork Elementary & Middle School Glen Fork, WV 5.4
Marlowe Elementary School Falling Waters, WV 5.4
OUR LADY OF PEACE SCHOOL Wheeling, WV 5.4
Davis Thomas Elementary Middle School Thomas, WV 5.5
Lavalette Elementary School Lavalette, WV 5.5
Madison Elementary School Wheeling, WV 5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kenna Elementary School

What grades does Kenna Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Kenna Elementary School?

Kenna Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 234 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Kenna Elementary School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Kenna Elementary School rank in WV?

Kenna Elementary School ranks #439 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Kenna Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Kenna Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Kenna Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Kenna Elementary School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Kenna Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Kenna Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
2 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
234
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Jackson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.2%

District

JACKSON COUNTY SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
4,037
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,226
District Rank
#11 of 12

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