KENTWOOD HIGH SCHOOL
Kentwood High School is a public high school that is part of the Kent School District school district, located in Covington, WA with about 2,036 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 92 teachers, Kentwood High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. 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.
Kentwood High School, located in Covington, Washington, is a prominent secondary school within the Kent School District. Serving a diverse student population, the school is well-regarded for its comprehensive academic offerings, including a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses and Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs. The campus is designed to foster a well-rounded educational experience, balancing rigorous classroom instruction with a variety of extracurricular activities, ranging from competitive athletics to arts and academic clubs.
Beyond its academic curriculum, Kentwood is known for its strong community spirit and its emphasis on preparing students for post-secondary success. The school maintains a focus on inclusivity and student engagement, often utilizing its modern facilities to support collaborative learning. As one of the larger high schools in the region, it provides students with extensive resources, mentorship opportunities, and a supportive environment that aims to develop both critical thinking skills and personal character in its student body.
For more information, contact Kentwood High School at (253) 373-7680 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Covington, WA 98042-8248
(253) 373-7680
KENTWOOD HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Covington, WA with about 2,036 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Washington
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Kent School District
- Total Students:
- 2,036
- Teachers:
- 92.65
- 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:
- Supplemental Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 2,036 students
- White
- 37.4%
- Asian
- 23.2%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 18.6%
- Black or African American
- 9.7%
- Two or more races
- 7.8%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 2.7%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.6%
- Female
- 47.3%
- Male
- 52.7%
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.