EAST HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

East Hill Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Kent School District school district, located in Kent, WA with about 528 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 31 teachers, East Hill Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

East Hill Elementary School is a public school located in Kent, Washington, serving students within the Kent School District. As part of a diverse and growing district, the school focuses on fostering an inclusive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and community engagement. The school’s curriculum is designed to meet state standards while providing targeted support to ensure that students from various backgrounds—including English language learners and those needing special education services—can succeed in a supportive classroom setting.

Beyond its academic core, East Hill Elementary places a strong emphasis on building a positive school culture where students are encouraged to develop character and responsibility. The school benefits from its location in Kent, utilizing local resources and community partnerships to enrich the student experience. By prioritizing collaboration between teachers, staff, and families, the school aims to create a welcoming community hub where students are well-prepared for their transition to middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact East Hill Elementary School at (253) 373-7455 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

9825 S 240th ST
Kent, WA 98031-4842
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EAST HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Kent, WA with about 528 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Washington

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
528
Teachers:
31.3
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 528 students

Hispanic/Latino
29.2%
Black or African American
21.0%
Asian
21.0%
White
15.7%
Two or more races
10.4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
2.7%

Female
50.8%
Male
49.2%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.