Serving 681 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kent Prairie Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 681 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kent Prairie Elementary School's student population of 681 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
681 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Kent Prairie Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kent Prairie Elementary School is 0.50, which is less 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
#656 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
19%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
68%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kent Prairie Elementary School's ranking?
Kent Prairie Elementary School is ranked #656 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Kent Prairie Elementary School often compared to?
Kent Prairie Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vinland Elementary School, Pioneer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Kent Prairie Elementary School?
681 students attend Kent Prairie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Kent Prairie Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kent Prairie Elementary School?
Kent Prairie Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Kent Prairie Elementary School offer ?
Kent Prairie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kent Prairie Elementary School part of?
Kent Prairie Elementary School is part of Arlington School District.
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