School Overview
Kensington Parkwood Elementary School, located in Kensington, Maryland, is a highly regarded public school serving students in the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) district. Nestled in a quiet residential community, the school is known for its strong emphasis on academic excellence, inclusive learning environments, and a dedicated teaching staff that prioritizes both the intellectual and social-emotional development of its students. The school benefits from an active and engaged parent-teacher association, which helps foster a close-knit community atmosphere that extends beyond the classroom walls.

The school’s curriculum is designed to challenge students through a diverse array of programs, including integrated technology instruction and a focus on literacy and mathematics foundations. Kensington Parkwood also prides itself on its efforts to promote diversity and equity, ensuring that students from various backgrounds feel supported and valued. With its proximity to local parks and community centers, the school offers a balanced educational experience that encourages students to develop into well-rounded, responsible citizens while preparing them for the transition to middle school within the MCPS system.
592
Total Students
37.4
Full-Time Teachers
15.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
11.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Kensington Parkwood Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White326
Hispanic103
Black47
Asian64
Two or More51
American Indian1
  • White
    326 (55.1 %)
  • Hispanic
    103 (17.4 %)
  • Asian
    64 (10.8 %)
  • Two or More
    51 (8.6 %)
  • Black
    47 (7.9 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Montgomery County Public Schools
Phone: (240)740-3700
Website: http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/parkwoodes/
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 592
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 37.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 55
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 10
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 1
Kindergarten 80
Grade 1 106
Grade 2 89
Grade 3 99
Grade 4 113
Grade 5 104

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Kensington Parkwood Elementary
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten1
Kindergarten80
Grade 1106
Grade 289
Grade 399
Grade 4113
Grade 5104
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Kensington Parkwood Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female29049%
Male30251%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)