Serving 513 students in grades 5-8, Adaline E. Kent Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 513 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Adaline E. Kent Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Adaline E. Kent Middle School's student population of 513 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
513 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Adaline E. Kent Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Adaline E. Kent Middle School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#937 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
17%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
64%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Adaline E. Kent Middle School's ranking?
Adaline E. Kent Middle School is ranked #937 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Adaline E. Kent Middle School?
513 students attend Adaline E. Kent Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Adaline E. Kent Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Adaline E. Kent Middle School?
Adaline E. Kent Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Adaline E. Kent Middle School offer ?
Adaline E. Kent Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Adaline E. Kent Middle School part of?
Adaline E. Kent Middle School is part of Kentfield Elementary School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break - No School
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School - Special Schedule
June 13, 2025 (Friday)
Last Day of School - Special Schedule
June 13, 2025 (Friday)
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