Serving 407 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kent Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (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 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kent Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kent Elementary School's student population of 407 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
407 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Welcome to Kent! Home of the Wildcats.
School Rankings
Kent Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kent Elementary School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1825 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
52%
26%
Black
16%
5%
White
9%
48%
Hawaiian
11%
2%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kent Elementary School's ranking?
Kent Elementary School is ranked #1825 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Kent Elementary School often compared to?
Kent Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bow Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Kent Elementary School?
407 students attend Kent Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Kent Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hawaiian, 9% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kent Elementary School?
Kent Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Kent Elementary School offer ?
Kent Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kent Elementary School part of?
Kent Elementary School is part of Kent School District.
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