Kentridge High School is a high school that is located on 43 acres in Kent, Washington. It is the second-oldest and second-largest high school by area in the Kent School District. It primarily serves students in the northeastern region of the district.
Serving 2,124 students in grades 9-12, Kentridge High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,124 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kentridge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Kentridge High School's student population of 2,124 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,124 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Year Founded
1968
School Rankings
Kentridge High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kentridge High School is 0.78, which is more 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
#334 out of 2113 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)53%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
33%
9%
Hispanic
15%
26%
Black
13%
5%
White
27%
48%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)92%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Charlie The Charger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kentridge High School's ranking?
Kentridge High School is ranked #334 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Kentridge High School often compared to?
Kentridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kentwood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kentridge High School?
The graduation rate of Kentridge High School is 92%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Kentridge High School?
2,124 students attend Kentridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Kentridge High School students are Asian, 27% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kentridge High School?
Kentridge High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Kentridge High School offer ?
Kentridge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kentridge High School part of?
Kentridge High School is part of Kent School District.
School Reviews
5 2/1/2010
The academics are of the upmost importance at Kentridge and the staff is full of diverse employees eager to teach. There are clubs and activities of all types, and the sports teams are wonderful. Kentridge has won tons of academic and athletic awards that a reminder of how wonderful the school is.
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