Serving 593 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kent Prairie Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (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 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 593 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kent Prairie Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Kent Prairie Elementary School's student population of 593 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
593 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kent Prairie Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kent Prairie Elementary School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#716 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
15%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
73%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kent Prairie Elementary School's ranking?
Kent Prairie Elementary School is ranked #716 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Kent Prairie Elementary School often compared to?
Kent Prairie Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vinland Elementary School, Pioneer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Kent Prairie Elementary School?
593 students attend Kent Prairie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Kent Prairie Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kent Prairie Elementary School?
Kent Prairie Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Kent Prairie Elementary School offer ?
Kent Prairie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Kent Prairie Elementary School part of?
Kent Prairie Elementary School is part of Arlington School District.
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