For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,451 students in 98031, WA.
The top ranked public high schools in 98031, WA are Kentridge High School and Kent Laboratory Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 98031 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Washington public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 65% statewide average). High schools in 98031, WA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Washington public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 98031 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Washington average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Kent Laboratory Academy, with ≥95% 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 Asian), which is more than the Washington public high school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98031, WA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kentridge High School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12430 Se 208th St
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7345
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7345
Grades: 9-12
| 2,124 students
Rank: #22.
Kent Laboratory Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10515 Se 208th St
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7488
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7488
Grades: 3-12
| 327 students
98031, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
19300 108th Ave Se
Kent, WA 98031
(206) 931-0964
Kent, WA 98031
(206) 931-0964
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
Excel Public Charter School (Closed 2020)
Charter School
19300 108th Ave Se
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 487-7530
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 487-7530
Grades: 7-10
| 188 students
11000 Se 264 St
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7542
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7542
Grades: 7-9
| 544 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 98031, WA?
The top ranked public high schools in 98031, WA include Kentridge High School and Kent Laboratory Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 98031?
2 public high schools are located in 98031.
What is the racial composition of students in 98031?
98031 public high schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Washington public high schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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