Serving 481 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Scenic Hill Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 26% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 481 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Scenic Hill Elementary School serves the southwest part of Kent, WA, covering an area of approximately 2.5 square miles. Most families can expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Scenic Hill Elementary School's student population of 481 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
481 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Scenic Hill Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scenic Hill Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#1683 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
41%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
17%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
45%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
14%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
5%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)60.7%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scenic Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Scenic Hill Elementary School is ranked #1683 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Scenic Hill Elementary School?
481 students attend Scenic Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Scenic Hill Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 14% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Scenic Hill Elementary School?
Scenic Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Scenic Hill Elementary School offer ?
Scenic Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Scenic Hill Elementary School part of?
Scenic Hill Elementary School is part of Kent School District.
In what neighborhood is Scenic Hill Elementary School located?
Scenic Hill Elementary School is located in the Scenic Hill neighborhood of Kent, WA.
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