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Best Kent Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public high schools serving 8,234 students in Kent, WA.
The top-ranked public high schools in Kent, WA are Kentridge High School, Kent Laboratory Academy and Kentwood High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Kent, WA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Washington public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 65% statewide average). High schools in Kent have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public high schools.
Kent, WA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the Washington average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Kentwood High School, with 96% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Washington or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Washington public high school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public High Schools in Kent, WA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kentridge High School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
12430 Se 208th St
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7345
Gr: 9-12 | 2,186 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #22.
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: #33.
Kentwood High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
25800 164th Ave Se
Kent, WA 98042
(253) 373-7680
Gr: 9-12 | 1,995 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #44.
Kentlake High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
21401 Se Falcon Way
Kent, WA 98042
(253) 373-4900
Gr: 9-12 | 1,561 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #55.
Kent-meridian High School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
10020 Se 256th St
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-7405
Gr: 9-12 | 1,639 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: n/an/a
Dynamic Family Services
Special Education School
10811 Se Kent Kanlgey Rd
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 945-2000
Gr: PK-12
Rank: n/an/a
Kent Virtual Academy
Alternative School
317 4th Ave S
Kent, WA 98032
(253) 373-6881
Gr: 6-12 | 130 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: n/an/a
The Outreach Program
Special Education School
26024 111th Ave Se
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-4080
Gr: 12 | 62 students Student-teacher ratio: 62:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: n/an/a
Regional Justice Center
Alternative School
401 4th Ave N
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-7134
Gr: 9-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in Kent, WA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Kent, WA include Kentridge High School, Kent Laboratory Academy and Kentwood High School.
How many public high schools are located in Kent?
10 public high schools are located in Kent.
What is the racial composition of students in Kent?
Kent public high schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Washington public high schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Kent are often viewed compared to one another?

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