For the 2025 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 5,698 students in 98030, WA.
The top ranked public schools in 98030, WA are Martin Sortun Elementary School, Individualized Graduation & Degree Program and Millennium Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98030 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Washington public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98030, WA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98030, WA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Martin Sortun Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12711 Se 248th St
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-7314
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-7314
Grades: PK-5
| 458 students
Rank: #22.
Individualized Graduation & Degree Program
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 60-79% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
25668 104th Ave Se, 25672 104t
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-4723
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-4723
Grades: 9-12
| 454 students
Rank: #33.
Millennium Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
11919 Se 270th St
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-3900
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-3900
Grades: PK-5
| 465 students
Rank: #44.
Kent-meridian High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
10020 Se 256th St
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-7405
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-7405
Grades: 9-12
| 1,706 students
Rank: #55.
Scenic Hill Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
26025 Woodland Way S
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-7479
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-7479
Grades: PK-5
| 513 students
Rank: #66.
Meadow Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
27710 108th Ave Se
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-7870
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-7870
Grades: PK-5
| 417 students
Rank: #77.
Pine Tree Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
27825 118th Ave Se
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-7687
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-7687
Grades: PK-5
| 332 students
Rank: #88.
George T. Daniel Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
11310 Se 248th St
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-7615
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-7615
Grades: PK-5
| 355 students
Rank: n/an/a
Birth To Age 2
Special Education School
12033 Se 256th St Suite A-400
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-7513
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-7513
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
11000 Se 264th St
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-7542
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-7542
Grades: 6-8
| 790 students
Rank: n/an/a
Dynamic Family Services
Special Education School
10811 Se Kent Kanlgey Rd
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 945-2000
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 945-2000
Grades: PK-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Kent Virtual Academy
Alternative School
11000 Se 264th St
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-6881
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-6881
Grades: 6-12
| 128 students
Rank: n/an/a
The Outreach Program
Special Education School
26024 111th Ave Se
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-4080
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-4080
Grades: 12
| 80 students
Rank: n/an/a
Regional Justice Center
Alternative School
401 4th Ave N
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-7134
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-7134
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
98030, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Kent Mountain View Academy (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
11000 Se 264th St
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-7488
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-7488
Grades: K-12
| 170 students
Kent Phoenix Academy (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
11000 Se 264th St
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-7542
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-7542
Grades: 9-12
| 229 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 98030, WA?
The top ranked public schools in 98030, WA include Martin Sortun Elementary School, Individualized Graduation & Degree Program and Millennium Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 98030?
14 public schools are located in 98030.
What is the racial composition of students in 98030?
98030 public schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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