School Overview
Kensington Elementary School, located in the growing community of Waxhaw, North Carolina, serves as a primary educational pillar within the Union County Public Schools district. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic excellence, character development, and the holistic growth of its student body. By integrating rigorous curriculum standards with a variety of extracurricular opportunities, Kensington Elementary strives to prepare its young learners for future success while encouraging them to become engaged, responsible members of their local community.

The school is recognized for its commitment to strong partnerships between educators, students, and families. With a focus on creating an inclusive atmosphere, Kensington Elementary utilizes its resources to cater to diverse learning needs, ensuring that every child has the tools necessary to thrive. As a vital part of the Waxhaw area, the school maintains a reputation for high expectations and community involvement, consistently working to maintain a positive and dynamic campus culture that reflects the values and aspirations of the surrounding district.
1,032
Total Students
59.0
Full-Time Teachers
17.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
10.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Kensington Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White708
Hispanic84
Black62
Asian109
Two or More67
American Indian1
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    708 (68.6 %)
  • Asian
    109 (10.6 %)
  • Hispanic
    84 (8.1 %)
  • Two or More
    67 (6.5 %)
  • Black
    62 (6.0 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Union County Public Schools
Phone: (704)290-1500
Website: http://kees.ucps.k12.nc.us
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 1,032
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 59.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 105
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 3
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 120
Grade 1 162
Grade 2 186
Grade 3 196
Grade 4 185
Grade 5 183

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Kensington Elementary
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten120
Grade 1162
Grade 2186
Grade 3196
Grade 4185
Grade 5183
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Kensington Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female49848.3%
Male53451.7%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)