High Schools in Kennewick School District

The Kennewick School District in southeastern Washington serves approximately 5,867 high school students across seven schools, including three large traditional high schools and four smaller alternative or specialized programs for grades 9-12.

Kamiakin High School stands out as the district's top performer, ranking 103rd in the state with the highest graduation rate (90.8%) and strongest test scores, particularly in English and Science. The other large comprehensive schools, Kennewick High School and Southridge High School, serve similar-sized populations but have lower state rankings and graduation rates. A notable finding is that all district high schools, including Kamiakin, have math proficiency rates below the state average, indicating a shared academic challenge.

The district's alternative schools, including Phoenix High School, Endeavor High School, Legacy High School, and the Benton/Franklin Juvenile Justice Center, serve much smaller, specialized populations with significantly lower graduation rates but often receive more funding per student. Phoenix High is particularly interesting, as it achieves English proficiency above the state average despite serving a high-poverty population. Overall, the Kennewick School District ranks in the middle of Washington districts, with performance varying widely between its traditional and alternative school models.