Serving 340 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jenkins Creek Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jenkins Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Jenkins Creek Elementary School's student population of 340 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
340 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jenkins Creek Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jenkins Creek Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1651 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
13%
9%
Hispanic
25%
27%
Black
6%
5%
White
42%
47%
Two or more races
13%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.7%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Jaguars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jenkins Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Jenkins Creek Elementary School is ranked #1651 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Jenkins Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Jenkins Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Jenkins Creek Elementary School?
340 students attend Jenkins Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Jenkins Creek Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jenkins Creek Elementary School?
Jenkins Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jenkins Creek Elementary School offer ?
Jenkins Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jenkins Creek Elementary School part of?
Jenkins Creek Elementary School is part of Kent School District.
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