Serving 416 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lake Youngs Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 416 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Lake Youngs Elementary School serves the northeast part of Kent, WA, covering an area of approximately 4.7 square miles. Families within this attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Youngs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lake Youngs Elementary School's student population of 416 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
416 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake Youngs Elementary 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 Lake Youngs Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#383 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
29%
9%
Hispanic
18%
27%
Black
4%
5%
White
34%
47%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
13%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.5%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Grizzlies
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Youngs Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Youngs Elementary School is ranked #383 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Lake Youngs Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Youngs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grass Lake Elementary School, Carriage Crest Elementary School, Sunrise Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Lake Youngs Elementary School?
416 students attend Lake Youngs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Lake Youngs Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Youngs Elementary School?
Lake Youngs Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lake Youngs Elementary School offer ?
Lake Youngs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Youngs Elementary School part of?
Lake Youngs Elementary School is part of Kent School District.
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