Kentridge High School is a high school that is located on 43 acres in Kent, Washington. It is the second-oldest and second-largest high school by area in the Kent School District. It primarily serves students in the northeastern region of the district.
Serving 2,186 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 top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,186 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Kentridge High School serves the northern part of Kent, WA, covering an area of approximately 14.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest distance to the zone's edge being about 4.6 miles.
- 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:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Kentridge High School's student population of 2,186 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,186 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1968
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kentridge High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,088 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 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#312 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
33%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
26%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
92%
83.8%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.5%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Chargers
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 #312 out of 2,088 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?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kentridge High School?
The graduation rate of Kentridge High School is 92%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Kentridge High School?
2,186 students attend Kentridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Kentridge High School students are Asian, 26% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kentridge High School?
Kentridge High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kentridge High School offer ?
Kentridge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kentridge High School part of?
Kentridge High School is part of Kent School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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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