School Overview
Kenmore Middle School, located in Arlington, Virginia, is a prominent public school within the Arlington Public Schools (APS) district. The school is widely recognized for its unique identity as an arts-focused institution, operating under the "Kenmore Middle School Arts Focus Program." This specialized curriculum integrates the arts into core academic subjects, providing students with numerous opportunities to engage in dance, theater, music, and visual arts alongside a rigorous standard academic program. The school serves a diverse student body and emphasizes a collaborative learning environment that seeks to nurture both academic excellence and creative expression.

Beyond its focus on the arts, Kenmore is noted for its modern facilities and its commitment to technology integration within the classroom. The school community places a strong emphasis on fostering a supportive, inclusive atmosphere through various extracurricular activities, clubs, and sports programs that cater to a wide range of student interests. By balancing traditional academic requirements with innovative, hands-on learning experiences, Kenmore Middle School aims to prepare its students for success in high school and beyond, encouraging them to become well-rounded, thoughtful, and creative members of the community.
1,053
Total Students
74.7
Full-Time Teachers
14.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
54.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Kenmore Middle
Demographic Student Count
White285
Hispanic500
Black108
Asian95
Two or More64
American Indian1
  • Hispanic
    500 (47.5%)
  • White
    285 (27.1%)
  • Black
    108 (10.3%)
  • Asian
    95 (9.0%)
  • Two or More
    64 (6.1%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Arlington County Public Schools
Phone: (703)228-6800
Website: http://www.apsva.us/kenmore/site/default.asp
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 1,053
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 74.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 578
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 6 347
Grade 7 380
Grade 8 326

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Kenmore Middle
Grade Student Count
Grade 6347
Grade 7380
Grade 8326
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Kenmore Middle
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female50948.3%
Male54451.7%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)