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Best 98031 Washington Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public elementary schools serving 4,256 students in 98031, WA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 98031, WA are Kent Laboratory Academy, Glenridge Elementary School and Emerald Park Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 98031 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 98031, WA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public elementary school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Best 98031, WA Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kent Laboratory Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
10515 Se 208th St
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7488
Gr: 3-12 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #22.
Glenridge Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
19405 120th Ave Se
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7494
Gr: PK-5 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #33.
Emerald Park Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
11800 Se 216th St
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-3850
Gr: K-5 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #44.
Soos Creek Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
12651 Se 218th Place
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7690
Gr: PK-5 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #55.
Meridian Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
23480 120th Ave Se
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7383
Gr: 6-8 | 647 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #66.
Springbrook Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
20035 100th Ave Se
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7485
Gr: PK-5 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #77.
Park Orchard Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
11010 Se 232nd St
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7473
Gr: PK-5 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #88.
Panther Lake Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
10200 Se 216th St
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7470
Gr: PK-5 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #99.
East Hill Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
9825 S 240th St
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7455
Gr: PK-5 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #1010.
Evergreen Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
26630 40th Ave S
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 945-5100
Gr: 6-8 | 810 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 88%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 98031, WA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 98031, WA include Kent Laboratory Academy, Glenridge Elementary School and Emerald Park Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 98031?
10 public elementary schools are located in 98031.
What is the racial composition of students in 98031?
98031 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public elementary schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

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