KENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

KENWOOD ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Minneapolis Public School District school district, located in MINNEAPOLIS, MN with about 413 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 ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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 in the historic Kenwood neighborhood of Minneapolis, is a community-focused public school serving students in grades Pre-K through 5. Part of the Minneapolis Public Schools district, the school is known for its strong sense of community, dedicated parent involvement, and a curriculum that emphasizes academic excellence, social-emotional learning, and global awareness. Its location near the Chain of Lakes and the Parade Park area provides students with unique opportunities for outdoor learning and community engagement within an urban setting.

The school prides itself on a diverse student population and a supportive environment that encourages curiosity and collaborative problem-solving. Beyond core academics, Kenwood offers various enrichment activities that foster creativity and physical well-being. As an integral part of the local neighborhood, the school maintains close ties with families and community partners, striving to provide a high-quality educational foundation that prepares students for success in their future academic endeavors.

For more information, contact KENWOOD ELEMENTARY at (612) 668-2760 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2013 PENN AVE S
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55405-8888
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KENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in MINNEAPOLIS, MN with about 413 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Minnesota

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
413
Teachers:
23.2
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the 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 413 students

White
65.9%
Black or African American
14.8%
Hispanic/Latino
6.5%
Two or more races
6.5%
Asian
5.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.5%

Female
50.1%
Male
49.9%

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.