Best Public Schools in Kennewick, WA


Summary:

The Kennewick School District in Washington state encompasses 33 schools, including 17 elementary schools, 6 middle schools, 9 high schools, and 1 alternative school. The district is ranked 135 out of 247 school districts in the state and has a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Some schools stand out in the district, such as Cottonwood Elementary, which consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in Washington with a 5-star rating and very high proficiency rates. Desert Hills Middle School and Kamiakin High School also perform exceptionally well, ranking in the top 25% of their respective school types. On the other hand, some schools like Eastgate Elementary, Edison Elementary, and Washington Elementary have very low proficiency rates, ranking in the bottom 10% of elementary schools in the state.

The Kennewick School District exhibits a wide range of academic performance, with significant disparities in graduation rates, dropout rates, and test scores across its schools. Schools with higher poverty levels tend to struggle the most, highlighting the challenges faced by students from disadvantaged backgrounds. Addressing these inequities will require a comprehensive approach targeting factors such as funding, educational approaches, and support for high-need populations.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau, the Washington State Department of Health and the Washington Office of Superindentent of Public Instruction.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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