For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 2,231 students in 98042, WA.
The top ranked public middle schools in 98042, WA are Maple View Middle School, Mattson Middle School and Cedar Heights Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 98042 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Washington public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 98042, WA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Washington public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Washington public middle school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98042, WA Public Middle Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Maple View Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
18200 Se 240th St
Kent, WA 98042
(425) 413-5500
Kent, WA 98042
(425) 413-5500
Grades: 6-8
| 1,009 students
Rank: #22.
Mattson Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
16400 Se 251st St
Kent, WA 98042
(253) 373-7670
Kent, WA 98042
(253) 373-7670
Grades: 7-8
| 617 students
Rank: #33.
Cedar Heights Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
19640 Se 272nd Street
Kent, WA 98042
(253) 373-7620
Kent, WA 98042
(253) 373-7620
Grades: 7-8
| 605 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 98042, WA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 98042, WA include Maple View Middle School, Mattson Middle School and Cedar Heights Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 98042?
3 public middle schools are located in 98042.
What is the racial composition of students in 98042?
98042 public middle schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Washington public middle schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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