For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,477 students in 98031, WA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 98031, WA are Kentridge High School and Kent Laboratory Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 98031 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Washington public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 65% statewide average). High schools in 98031, WA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Washington public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 98031 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Washington average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Kent Laboratory Academy, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Washington or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Washington public high school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98031, WA Public High 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%
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 high schools in 98031, WA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 98031, WA include Kentridge High School and Kent Laboratory Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 98031?
2 public high schools are located in 98031.
What is the racial composition of students in 98031?
98031 public high schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Washington public high schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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