Black Diamond Elementary vs Kentlake High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 4.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Black Diamond Elementary
Black Diamond · Public elementary · Grades K–5
414 students
Kentlake High School
Kent · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,561 students
| Measure | Black Diamond Elementary Black Diamond, Washington | Kentlake High School Kent, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #456 of 1,154 | #168 of 333 |
| National rank | #16021 of 50,301 | #7239 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 414 | 1,561 |
| Enrollment | 414 | 1,561 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.3% | 47.9% |
| Students per teacher | 16.6 | 21.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 70% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 44% |
| city | Black Diamond | Kent |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Black Diamond Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.1 vs 54.3).
- •Black Diamond Elementary does better on math proficiency (52% vs 44%).
- •Kentlake High School does better on reading proficiency (70% vs 62%).
- •Black Diamond Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.3% vs 47.9%).
- •Black Diamond Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.6 vs 21.7).
- •Kentlake High School is the larger school with 1,561 students compared with 414.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Black Diamond Elementary better than Kentlake High School?
On the Success Index (US), Black Diamond Elementary ranks higher (63.1 vs 54.3 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Black Diamond Elementary and Kentlake High School?
About 4.6 km in a straight line, between Black Diamond and Kent in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Black Diamond Elementary: 414. Kentlake High School: 1,561. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Black Diamond Elementary and Kentlake High School rank in Washington?
Black Diamond Elementary is 456th of 1,154 and Kentlake High School is 168th of 333 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).