For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 3,539 students in 98042, WA.
The top ranked public high schools in 98042, WA are Kentwood High School and Kentlake High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø high schools in zipcode 98042 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Washington public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 65% statewide average). High schools in 98042, WA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public high schools.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø high school in zipcode 98042 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Washington average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Kentwood High School, with 95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Washington or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Washington public high school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98042, WA ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kentwood High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
25800 164th Ave Se
Kent, WA 98042
(253) 373-7680
Kent, WA 98042
(253) 373-7680
Grades: 9-12
| 1,988 students
Rank: #22.
Kentlake High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
21401 Se Falcon Way
Kent, WA 98042
(253) 373-4900
Kent, WA 98042
(253) 373-4900
Grades: 9-12
| 1,551 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 98042, WA?
The top ranked public high schools in 98042, WA include Kentwood High School and Kentlake High School.
How many public high schools are located in 98042?
2 public high schools are located in 98042.
What is the racial composition of students in 98042?
98042 public high schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Washington public high schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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