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Elementary Schools

Park Orchard Elementary School

Kent School District · King County · 11010 SE 232nd ST, Kent, WA 98031.0

(253)373-7473

2/10
#1004
Rank 1004 out of 1,162
Top 86%
English Language Arts2/10 · #1031 · 11th percentile
Mathematics2/10 · #985 · 15th percentile
Science3/10 · #826 · 21st percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Park Orchard Elementary sits in the heart of Kent, a diverse and working-class city in the southern reaches of King County, where families tend to prioritize community and connection over rankings and accolades. The school serves a neighborhood where many households are juggling a lot, and while test scores run below state averages across English, math, and science, that context matters — this is a school embedded in a community with real needs, and families who value an inclusive, grounded environment may find it a comfortable fit. Kent itself offers affordability relative to Seattle's northern suburbs, with easy freeway access and a tight-knit feel that appeals to families who want more space for their dollar without leaving the metro area entirely.

Student Demographics

208 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
75 (36%)
Asian
42 (20%)
White
37 (18%)
African American
29 (14%)
Multiple Races
15 (7%)
Other
10 (5%)

Key Indicators

English Learners96 (46%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged164 (79%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

472
Enrollment
38
Teachers (FTE)
12.4:1
Student-Staff Ratio
17.9
Avg Class Size

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs8/10 · #356 · 72nd percentile

89 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in Washington.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found