Kentwood High School is a high school in Covington, Washington. Kentwood is one of four high schools in the Kent School District. It serves students in grades nine through twelve who mainly live in the east central region of the district. Its main feeder schools are Mattson and Meridian Middle Schools.
Serving 1,995 students in grades 9-12, Kentwood High School ranks in the top 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 34% (which is lower 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 73% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,995 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kentwood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Kentwood High School's student population of 1,995 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,995 students
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Year Founded
1981
Colors
White, Black, Silver, Kelly green
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Kentwood High School 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 Kentwood High School 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
#663 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
27%
9%
Hispanic
22%
27%
Black
13%
5%
White
27%
47%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.2%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kentwood High School's ranking?
Kentwood High School is ranked #663 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Kentwood High School often compared to?
Kentwood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kentridge High School, Kentlake High School, Tahoma Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% 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 Kentwood High School?
The graduation rate of Kentwood High School is 96%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Kentwood High School?
1,995 students attend Kentwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
27% of Kentwood High School students are Asian, 27% of students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kentwood High School?
Kentwood High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kentwood High School offer ?
Kentwood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kentwood High School part of?
Kentwood High School is part of Kent School District.
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