Serving 2,015 students in grades 9-12, Kentridge High School ranks in the top 20% 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 65% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,015 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kentridge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
School Overview
Kentridge High School's student population of 2,015 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,015 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kentridge High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kentridge 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
#217 out of 2052 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)65%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)85%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
32%
9%
Hispanic
16%
25%
Black
12%
5%
White
28%
50%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kentridge High School's ranking?
Kentridge High School is ranked #217 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Kentridge High School often compared to?
Kentridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kentwood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kentridge High School?
The graduation rate of Kentridge High School is 89%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Kentridge High School?
2,015 students attend Kentridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Kentridge High School students are Asian, 28% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kentridge High School?
Kentridge High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Kentridge High School offer ?
Kentridge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Kentridge High School part of?
Kentridge High School is part of Kent School District.
School Reviews
5 2/1/2010
The academics are of the upmost importance at Kentridge and the staff is full of diverse employees eager to teach. There are clubs and activities of all types, and the sports teams are wonderful. Kentridge has won tons of academic and athletic awards that a reminder of how wonderful the school is.
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