Serving 2,034 students in grades 9-12, Kentridge High School ranks in the top 20% 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 51% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,034 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 20% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kentridge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Kentridge High School's student population of 2,034 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,034 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kentridge High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kentridge High School is 0.78, which is more 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
#334 out of 2113 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
32%
9%
Hispanic
16%
26%
Black
12%
5%
White
28%
49%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kentridge High School's ranking?
Kentridge High School is ranked #334 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Kentridge High School often compared to?
Kentridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kentwood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kentridge High School?
The graduation rate of Kentridge High School is 91%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Kentridge High School?
2,034 students attend Kentridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Kentridge High School students are Asian, 28% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kentridge High School?
Kentridge High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Kentridge High School offer ?
Kentridge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Kentridge High School part of?
Kentridge High School is part of Kent School District.
School Reviews
5 2/1/2010
The academics are of the upmost importance at Kentridge and the staff is full of diverse employees eager to teach. There are clubs and activities of all types, and the sports teams are wonderful. Kentridge has won tons of academic and athletic awards that a reminder of how wonderful the school is.
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