LAKE YOUNGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Lake Youngs Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Kent School District school district, located in Kent, WA with about 489 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. With about 27 teachers, Lake Youngs Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Lake Youngs Elementary School, located in Kent, Washington, serves as a community-focused educational institution within the Kent School District. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and inclusivity for its diverse student body. By integrating standard curriculum with various enrichment programs, the school strives to prepare its young learners for success in their future academic endeavors while nurturing a sense of belonging and civic responsibility.

Beyond the classroom, Lake Youngs Elementary prioritizes strong partnerships between families, staff, and the broader Kent community to enhance the overall educational experience. The school frequently engages in initiatives that promote collaboration and character building, ensuring that students are encouraged to reach their full potential in a safe and structured setting. Through its commitment to excellence and its focus on the "whole child," the school remains a vital pillar for families residing in the 98042 area.

For more information, contact Lake Youngs Elementary School at (253) 373-7646 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

19660 142nd Ave SE
Kent, WA 98042-3006
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LAKE YOUNGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Kent, WA with about 489 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Washington

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
489
Teachers:
27.23
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I 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 489 students

White
44.4%
Asian
24.7%
Hispanic/Latino
15.3%
Two or more races
9.4%
Black or African American
5.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.6%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.4%

Female
47.9%
Male
52.1%

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.