What types of schools are available in Kensington, Maryland?

Kensington, Maryland offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Kensington, Maryland

Q: How many schools are in Kensington, Maryland?

There are 7 schools in Kensington, Maryland, serving 5,292 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Kensington?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Kensington, Maryland, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 7 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

5,292

Total Students

Across Kensington

12:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

7 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

Math Assessment Score38%

ELA Assessment Score55%

🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)6 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)1 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)0 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 1,991 students at Albert Einstein High.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 3:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

Kensington Parkwood Elementary

publicelementaryK-5

4710 Saul Rd, Kensington, MD 20895

Garrett Park Elementary

publicelementaryK-5

4810 Oxford Street, Kensington, MD 20896

Stephen Knolls School

publichighPK-12

10731 St. Margaret'S Way, Kensington, MD 20895

11135 Newport Mill Rd, Kensington, MD 20895

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

3701 Saul Rd, Kensington, MD 20895

3901 Denfeld Ave, Kensington, MD 20895

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

11311 Newport Mill Rd, Kensington, MD 20895

Detailed Overview of Schools in Kensington

Kensington, Maryland is home to 7 schools serving over 5,292 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

Schoolary Research Team

Verified with NCES & state education agency data

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Kensington, Maryland?

There are 7 schools in Kensington, serving 5,292 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Kensington?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Kensington include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Kensington?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Kensington is 12:1.

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