Summary:
Two public high schools, Kentwood High School and Kentlake High School, serve grades 9-12 in the Covington/Kent area (zip code 98042) as part of the Kent School District.
In comparing the two, Kentwood High School generally shows stronger academic results, with higher state rankings and better proficiency rates in English, math, and science, along with a lower dropout rate. Kentlake High School has a lower student-teacher ratio and spends more per student, yet its academic performance lags behind Kentwood's in most measured areas. Both schools have strong graduation rates that exceed district and state averages, which is a positive sign for student persistence.
Parents should note that mathematics is a significant challenge area for both schools, with proficiency rates well below state averages. Despite this, science performance is relatively closer to state standards. Both schools serve a student population with considerable economic need, and they perform better academically than their district, which ranks in the bottom third statewide. The stability of Kentwood's performance over recent years contrasts with a notable ranking drop for Kentlake, suggesting differing trajectories that may be worth monitoring.
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