Serving 291 students in grades 3-12, Kent Laboratory Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 3-12
- Enrollment: 291 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kent Laboratory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Kent Laboratory Academy's student population of 291 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-12
Total Students
291 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Kent Laboratory Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kent Laboratory Academy is 0.79, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#655 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
32%
9%
Hispanic
13%
27%
Black
18%
5%
White
24%
47%
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.2%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kent Laboratory Academy's ranking?
Kent Laboratory Academy is ranked #655 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Kent Laboratory Academy often compared to?
Kent Laboratory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Maple View Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kent Laboratory Academy?
The graduation rate of Kent Laboratory Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Kent Laboratory Academy?
291 students attend Kent Laboratory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Kent Laboratory Academy students are Asian, 24% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kent Laboratory Academy?
Kent Laboratory Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kent Laboratory Academy offer ?
Kent Laboratory Academy offers enrollment in grades 3-12
What school district is Kent Laboratory Academy part of?
Kent Laboratory Academy is part of Kent School District.
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