Serving 28 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Kensal Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 28 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ND
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kensal Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Kensal Elementary School's student population of 28 students has declined by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
28 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Kensal Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kensal Elementary School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#70 out of 449 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
11:1
American Indian
11%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
n/a
5%
White
86%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kensal Elementary School's ranking?
Kensal Elementary School is ranked #70 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Kensal Elementary School?
28 students attend Kensal Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Kensal Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kensal Elementary School?
Kensal Elementary School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Kensal Elementary School offer ?
Kensal Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kensal Elementary School part of?
Kensal Elementary School is part of Kensal 19 School District.
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