KENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Kenwood Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Champaign CUSD 4 school district, located in Champaign, IL with about 343 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 23 teachers, Kenwood Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Kenwood Elementary School, located at 1001 Stratford Dr in Champaign, Illinois, is a prominent public school serving the local community as part of the Champaign Community Unit School District 4. Known for its focus on foundational academic growth and social-emotional development, the school serves a diverse student population in the kindergarten through fifth-grade range. It is situated in a residential area, fostering a neighborhood-centric environment where community involvement and parent engagement are highly valued.

Academically, Kenwood is recognized for its commitment to inclusive education, offering a variety of programs designed to meet the diverse needs of its students, including those in gifted programs and students requiring specialized support services. The school emphasizes a well-rounded curriculum that integrates core subjects with arts, physical education, and technology. By maintaining a supportive atmosphere and focusing on collaborative learning, Kenwood aims to prepare its students for the transition to middle school while nurturing a lifelong love for learning.

For more information, contact Kenwood Elem School at (217) 351-3815 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1001 Stratford Dr
Champaign, IL 61821-4637
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KENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Champaign, IL with about 343 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Illinois

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Champaign CUSD 4
Total Students:
343
Teachers:
23.32
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 343 students

White
43.1%
Black or African American
27.4%
Two or more races
14.3%
Asian
8.5%
Hispanic/Latino
6.7%

Female
48.1%
Male
51.9%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.