Serving 1,820 students in grades 9-12, Kentwood High School ranks in the top 30% 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 52% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (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 66% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,820 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Btm 50%)
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
Kentwood High School's student population of 1,820 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,820 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kentwood High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kentwood High School is 0.77, which is more 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
#465 out of 2052 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)52%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)81%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
25%
9%
Hispanic
20%
25%
Black
10%
5%
White
34%
50%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)92%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kentwood High School's ranking?
Kentwood High School is ranked #465 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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, Tahoma Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kentwood High School?
The graduation rate of Kentwood High School is 92%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Kentwood High School?
1,820 students attend Kentwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Kentwood High School students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 10% 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 23:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Kentwood High School offer ?
Kentwood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Kentwood High School part of?
Kentwood High School is part of Kent School District.
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