For the 2026-27 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 6,442 students in 98031, WA (there are 5 private schools, serving 207 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 98031, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 98031, WA are Kentridge High School, Kent Laboratory Academy and Glenridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98031 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98031, WA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98031, WA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kentridge High School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12430 Se 208th St
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7345
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7345
Gr: 9-12 | 2,186 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #22.
Kent Laboratory Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10515 Se 208th St
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7488
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7488
Gr: 3-12 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #33.
Glenridge Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
19405 120th Ave Se
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7494
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7494
Gr: PK-5 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #44.
Emerald Park Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
11800 Se 216th St
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-3850
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-3850
Gr: K-5 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #55.
Soos Creek Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
12651 Se 218th Place
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7690
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7690
Gr: PK-5 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #66.
Meridian Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
23480 120th Ave Se
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7383
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7383
Gr: 6-8 | 647 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #77.
Springbrook Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
20035 100th Ave Se
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7485
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7485
Gr: PK-5 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #88.
Park Orchard Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
11010 Se 232nd St
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7473
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7473
Gr: PK-5 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #99.
Panther Lake Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10200 Se 216th St
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7470
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7470
Gr: PK-5 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #1010.
East Hill Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
9825 S 240th St
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7455
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7455
Gr: PK-5 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #1111.
Evergreen Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
26630 40th Ave S
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 945-5100
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 945-5100
Gr: 6-8 | 810 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
98031, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Excel Public Charter School (Closed 2020)
Charter School
19300 108th Ave Se
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 487-7530
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 487-7530
Gr: 7-10 | 188 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
10020 Se 256 St
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-4075
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-4075
Gr: 9-12 | 9 students Minority enrollment: 55%
11000 Se 264 St
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7542
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7542
Gr: 7-9 | 544 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 98031, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98031, WA include Kentridge High School, Kent Laboratory Academy and Glenridge Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 98031?
11 public schools are located in 98031.
What percentage of students in 98031 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 98031 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98031?
98031 public schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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