Serving 1,716 students in grades 9-12, Kennewick 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 27% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (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 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,716 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kennewick High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kennewick High School's student population of 1,716 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,716 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kennewick 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 Kennewick High School is 0.57, which is less 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
#1254 out of 2052 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)27%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)69%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
52%
25%
Black
2%
5%
White
40%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)88%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kennewick High School's ranking?
Kennewick High School is ranked #1254 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Kennewick High School often compared to?
Kennewick High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southridge High School, Kamiakin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kennewick High School?
The graduation rate of Kennewick High School is 88%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Kennewick High School?
1,716 students attend Kennewick High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Kennewick High School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kennewick High School?
Kennewick High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Kennewick High School offer ?
Kennewick High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Kennewick High School part of?
Kennewick High School is part of Kennewick School District.
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