For the 2024 school year, there are 10 public elementary schools serving 5,010 students in 98042, WA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 98042, WA are Grass Lake Elementary School, Lake Youngs Elementary School and Sunrise Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 98042 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 59% statewide average). Elementary schools in 98042, WA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Washington public elementary school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98042, WA Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Grass Lake Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
28700 191st Place Se
Kent, WA 98042
(253) 373-7661
Kent, WA 98042
(253) 373-7661
Grades: K-6
| 363 students
Rank: #22.
Lake Youngs Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
19660 142nd Ave Se
Kent, WA 98042
(253) 373-7646
Kent, WA 98042
(253) 373-7646
Grades: PK-6
| 488 students
Rank: #33.
Sunrise Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
22300 132nd Ave Se
Kent, WA 98042
(253) 373-7630
Kent, WA 98042
(253) 373-7630
Grades: PK-6
| 588 students
Rank: #44.
Maple View Middle School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
18200 Se 240th St
Kent, WA 98042
(425) 413-5500
Kent, WA 98042
(425) 413-5500
Grades: 6-8
| 960 students
Rank: #55.
Crestwood Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
25225 180th Ave Se
Kent, WA 98042
(253) 373-7634
Kent, WA 98042
(253) 373-7634
Grades: PK-6
| 437 students
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Covington Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
25811 156th Ave Se
Kent, WA 98042
(253) 373-7652
Kent, WA 98042
(253) 373-7652
Grades: PK-6
| 612 students
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Meridian Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
25621 140th Ave Se
Kent, WA 98042
(253) 373-7664
Kent, WA 98042
(253) 373-7664
Grades: PK-6
| 516 students
Rank: #88.
Horizon Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
27641 144th Ave Se
Kent, WA 98042
(253) 373-7313
Kent, WA 98042
(253) 373-7313
Grades: PK-6
| 400 students
Rank: #99.
Jenkins Creek Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
26915 186th Ave Se
Kent, WA 98042
(253) 373-7331
Kent, WA 98042
(253) 373-7331
Grades: PK-6
| 410 students
Rank: #1010.
Cedar Valley Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
26500 Timberlane Way Se
Kent, WA 98042
(253) 373-7649
Kent, WA 98042
(253) 373-7649
Grades: PK-6
| 236 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 98042, WA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 98042, WA include Grass Lake Elementary School, Lake Youngs Elementary School and Sunrise Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 98042, WA?
10 public elementary schools are located in 98042, WA.
What is the racial composition of students in 98042, WA?
98042, WA public elementary schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Washington public elementary schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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