Kamiakin High School is a public high school in Kennewick, Washington, the second of three comprehensive high schools in the Kennewick School District. Kamiakin opened in the fall of 1970 and serves the district's northwest portion. The school colors are scarlet and gold and the mascot is the Braves.
Serving 1,950 students in grades 9-12, Kamiakin High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,950 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kamiakin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Kamiakin High School's student population of 1,950 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,950 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Year Founded
1970
Colors
Red, Gold
School Rankings
Kamiakin High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kamiakin High School is 0.55, 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
#500 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
30%
26%
Black
3%
5%
White
60%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Braves
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kamiakin High School's ranking?
Kamiakin High School is ranked #500 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Kamiakin High School often compared to?
Kamiakin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southridge High School, Kennewick High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kamiakin High School?
The graduation rate of Kamiakin High School is 89%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Kamiakin High School?
1,950 students attend Kamiakin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Kamiakin High School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kamiakin High School?
Kamiakin High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Kamiakin High School offer ?
Kamiakin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kamiakin High School part of?
Kamiakin High School is part of Kennewick School District.
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