Serving 327 students in grades 3-12, Kent Laboratory Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 3-12
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kent Laboratory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Kent Laboratory Academy's student population of 327 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-12
Total Students
327 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Kent Laboratory Academy 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 Laboratory Academy is 0.78, 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
#655 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
31%
9%
Hispanic
15%
26%
Black
17%
5%
White
27%
48%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kent Laboratory Academy's ranking?
Kent Laboratory Academy is ranked #655 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kent Laboratory Academy?
The graduation rate of Kent Laboratory Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Kent Laboratory Academy?
327 students attend Kent Laboratory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Kent Laboratory Academy students are Asian, 27% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kent Laboratory Academy?
Kent Laboratory Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Kent Laboratory Academy offer ?
Kent Laboratory Academy offers enrollment in grades 3-12
What school district is Kent Laboratory Academy part of?
Kent Laboratory Academy is part of Kent School District.
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