Kingston High School is a secondary school located in Kingston, Washington. It is one of two secondary schools in the North Kitsap School District. KHS educates grades 9–12. The school is located on the same site as the North Kitsap school bus barn and Spectrum Community School.
Serving 602 students in grades 9-12, Kingston High School ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 602 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kingston High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Kingston High School's student population of 602 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
602 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
2007
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
Kingston High 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 Kingston High School is 0.60, 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
#709 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
7%
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
18%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
60%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
North Kitsap School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Buccaneer
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kingston High School's ranking?
Kingston High School is ranked #709 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Kingston High School often compared to?
Kingston High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Kitsap High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kingston High School?
The graduation rate of Kingston High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Kingston High School?
602 students attend Kingston High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Kingston High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kingston High School?
Kingston High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kingston High School offer ?
Kingston High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kingston High School part of?
Kingston High School is part of North Kitsap School District.
School Reviews
Review Kingston High School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
AI Report Cards: Should Schools Evaluate AI Use?
Explore whether schools should assess student AI use, the benefits, risks, and what responsible AI report cards could look like in 2026.
The Parent’s Guide to School Cell Phone Bans in 2026
Learn how school cell phone bans work in 2026, why districts are adopting them, and what parents should expect.
Parental Involvement in Public Schools: 2026 Update
Explore the latest 2026 trends, research, and strategies shaping parental involvement in public schools and student success.
