For the 2026 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 5,325 students in 98030, WA.
The top-ranked public schools in 98030, WA are Martin Sortun Elementary School, Individualized Graduation & Degree Program and Millennium Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98030 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98030, WA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98030, WA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Martin Sortun Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12711 Se 248th St
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-7314
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-7314
Gr: PK-5 | 450 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #22.
Individualized Graduation & Degree Program
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 60-79% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
11107 Se Kent-kangley Rd, 2567
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-4723
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-4723
Gr: 9-12 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 37:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #33.
Millennium Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
11919 Se 270th St
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-3900
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-3900
Gr: PK-5 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #44.
Kent-meridian High School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
10020 Se 256th St
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-7405
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-7405
Gr: 9-12 | 1,639 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #55.
Scenic Hill Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
26025 Woodland Way S
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-7479
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-7479
Gr: PK-5 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #66.
Pine Tree Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
27825 118th Ave Se
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-7687
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-7687
Gr: PK-5 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #77.
George T. Daniel Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
11310 Se 248th St
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-7615
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-7615
Gr: PK-5 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #88.
Meadow Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
27710 108th Ave Se
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-7870
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-7870
Gr: PK-5 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: n/an/a
Birth To Age 2
Special Education School
12033 Se 256th St Suite A-400
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-7513
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-7513
Gr: PK
Rank: n/an/a
11000 Se 264th St
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-7542
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-7542
Gr: 6-8 | 821 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: n/an/a
Dynamic Family Services
Special Education School
10811 Se Kent Kanlgey Rd
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 945-2000
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 945-2000
Gr: PK-12
Rank: n/an/a
The Outreach Program
Special Education School
26024 111th Ave Se
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-4080
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-4080
Gr: 12 | 62 students Student-teacher ratio: 62:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: n/an/a
Regional Justice Center
Alternative School
401 4th Ave N
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-7134
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 373-7134
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 98030, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98030, WA include Martin Sortun Elementary School, Individualized Graduation & Degree Program and Millennium Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 98030?
13 public schools are located in 98030.
What is the racial composition of students in 98030?
98030 public schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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