Kennewick High School is a public high school located in eastern Kennewick, Washington. It was founded in 1904 to serve the educational needs of the new city of Kennewick. It is one of only a few schools to have its music department honored with the title of "Grammy Signature School".
Serving 1,929 students in grades 9-12, Kennewick High 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 20% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,929 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 30% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kennewick High School's student population of 1,929 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,929 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Year Founded
1904
Colors
Black, Orange
School Rankings
Kennewick High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kennewick High School is 0.57, 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
#1380 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
53%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
39%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
4%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lion
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kennewick High School's ranking?
Kennewick High School is ranked #1380 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Kennewick High School often compared to?
Kennewick High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southridge High School, Kamiakin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kennewick High School?
The graduation rate of Kennewick High School is 89%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Kennewick High School?
1,929 students attend Kennewick High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Kennewick High School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kennewick High School?
Kennewick High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Kennewick High School offer ?
Kennewick High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kennewick High School part of?
Kennewick High School is part of Kennewick School District.
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