For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,875 students in 98032, WA (there are 2 private schools, serving 33 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 98032, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 98032, WA are Star Lake Elementary School, Kent Elementary School and Neely O Brien Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98032 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98032, WA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98032, WA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Star Lake Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
26812 B 40th Av S
Kent, WA 98032
(253) 945-4000
Kent, WA 98032
(253) 945-4000
Gr: PK-5 | 434 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #22.
Kent Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
24700 64th Ave S
Kent, WA 98032
(253) 373-7497
Kent, WA 98032
(253) 373-7497
Gr: K-5 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #33.
Neely O Brien Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6300 S 236th St
Kent, WA 98032
(253) 373-7434
Kent, WA 98032
(253) 373-7434
Gr: K-5 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #44.
Mill Creek Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
620 Central Ave N
Kent, WA 98032
(253) 373-7446
Kent, WA 98032
(253) 373-7446
Gr: 6-8 | 866 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #55.
Sunnycrest Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
24629 42nd Av S
Kent, WA 98032
(253) 945-4100
Kent, WA 98032
(253) 945-4100
Gr: PK-5 | 535 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: n/an/a
Kent Virtual Academy
Alternative School
317 4th Ave S
Kent, WA 98032
(253) 373-6881
Kent, WA 98032
(253) 373-6881
Gr: 6-12 | 130 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 98032, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98032, WA include Star Lake Elementary School, Kent Elementary School and Neely O Brien Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 98032?
6 public schools are located in 98032.
What percentage of students in 98032 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 98032 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98032?
98032 public schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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