Kent-Meridian High School vs Scenic Hill Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 658 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kent-Meridian High School
Kent · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,639 students
Scenic Hill Elementary School
Kent · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
481 students
| Measure | Kent-Meridian High School Kent, Washington | Scenic Hill Elementary School Kent, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #276 of 333 | #955 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #11771 of 16,910 | #33810 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,639 | 481 |
| Enrollment | 1,639 | 481 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.9% | 73.8% |
| Students per teacher | 21.0 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 33% |
| city | Kent | Kent |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (36.8 vs 37.3).
- •Scenic Hill Elementary School does better on math proficiency (33% vs 28%).
- •Kent-Meridian High School does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 45%).
- •Kent-Meridian High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68.9% vs 73.8%).
- •Scenic Hill Elementary School does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 21.0).
- •Kent-Meridian High School is the larger school with 1,639 students compared with 481.
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 Kent-Meridian High School better than Scenic Hill Elementary School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Kent-Meridian High School and Scenic Hill Elementary School?
About 658 m in a straight line, between Kent and Kent in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kent-Meridian High School: 1,639. Scenic Hill Elementary School: 481. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kent-Meridian High School and Scenic Hill Elementary School rank in Washington?
Kent-Meridian High School is 276th of 333 and Scenic Hill Elementary School is 955th of 1,154 among high schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).