Serving 2,075 students in grades 9-12, Kent-meridian High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,075 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 78% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kent-meridian High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kent-meridian High School's student population of 2,075 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 104 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,075 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
104 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kent-meridian High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kent-meridian High School is 0.78, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1484 out of 2052 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)28%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)59%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
18%
9%
Hispanic
36%
25%
Black
19%
5%
White
14%
50%
Hawaiian
6%
1%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)78%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kent-meridian High School's ranking?
Kent-meridian High School is ranked #1484 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Kent-meridian High School often compared to?
Kent-meridian High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kentridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kent-meridian High School?
The graduation rate of Kent-meridian High School is 78%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Kent-meridian High School?
2,075 students attend Kent-meridian High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Kent-meridian High School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 18% of students are Asian, 14% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kent-meridian High School?
Kent-meridian High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Kent-meridian High School offer ?
Kent-meridian High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Kent-meridian High School part of?
Kent-meridian High School is part of Kent School District.
School Reviews
5 11/18/2021
good school
5 11/15/2012
Kent Meridian High School is an awesome school. I am a product of KM and o very proud of it! I can surely say that KMHS made me who I am today.
5 1/10/2011
Has an IB program & Technology Academy. Good principal and staff. Students are a diverse group. Good cross-country team also very good FIRST Robotics team.
They are in the process of having the Gym completely redone and it will be available Fall 2011.
They welcome parent involvement.
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