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About Kenny

Kenny Elementary School students pledge “To do your best, to do your best, because what you learn and do today will make a difference in your life!"

Located in its namesake neighborhood in Southwest Minneapolis, Kenny Elementary School provides a nurturing environment with a focus on emotional well-being where children achieve high academic success through an anti-racist and culturally responsive education.

Students enjoy learning in a beautiful campus, which houses exceptional water and perennial gardens installed and maintained by Kenny families and staff.

At a Glance

  • Minnesota Reading Corps
  • Advanced instruction, including Telescoped Math
  • Band in grade 5
  • Special Education services with highly specialized autism programming
  • EL programming
  • Music, Art, and Physical Education classes
  • After-school activities
  • Strong Family Engagement
  • Minneapolis Kids school-age care

Transportation: E3

5720 Emerson Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55419

Main: 612-668-3340                                  Attendance: 612-668-3346
Fax: 612-668-3350
kenny@mpls.k12.mn.us

Grades K-5

Principal Dr. Jessica Busse

Hours: 9:25 a.m. - 4:05 p.m.