Jenkins Creek Elementary School

Jenkins Creek Elementary School

Public Pre-K, Elementary School | Grade Pre-K-6
26915 186th Ave SE,  Covington, WA
Kent School District
4.5
410 Students
C+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Cathy Lendosky
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Math Proficiency
31%
Reading Proficiency
36%

Niche Grade

C+
Academics
C+
Teachers
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
36%
Math Proficiency
31%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
21
Full Time Teachers
21
Teachers in First or Second Year
3.9%

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
35.5%
State Average
41.7%
Science
48.8%
State Average
49.7%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
326:1

Student Diversity

Male
52.4%
Female
47.6%
White
39.8%
Hispanic
22.7%
Asian or Pacific Islander
14%
Two or more races
13.3%
Black
8%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
1.4%
Native American
<1%

School Rankings

#65 Most Diverse Public ES in Washington
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
4.5 6 Reviews
5.0 parent
4/7/2025
As a parent, I couldn’t be more pleased with Jenkins Creek Elementary. From the moment my children started attending, we’ve felt welcomed and supported by both the teachers and staff. The school fosters a warm, inclusive environment where students are encouraged to grow not just academically, but so...
5.0 parent
12/16/2019
I have loved this school so far. My daughter has been there for 4 years now. From the front office, to the principle, to the teachers - they are all amazing! Respectful, communitive, clean environment, and fun. Those are the first words that come to mind when I think of Jenkins Creek.
5.0 parent
6/26/2018
I love this school, the staff, students and the parents. A wonderful group of people.
5.0 parent
1/17/2018
My daughter, Jada, is in 1st grade now. She had Mrs. Cogswell in Kinder and she was a terrific teacher! She was firm but very fair! Jada loved her. She now has Mr. Kay in 1st grade and he is a wonderful teacher and the kids LOVE him! I have been fortunate with the teachers my daughter has had at thi...

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Jenkins Creek Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-6 in Covington, WA, in the Covington neighborhood, and is served by the Kent School District in Washington. The school has a total enrollment of 410 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 31% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 36% are proficient in reading. Jenkins Creek Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $716,216. Discover additional schools in the area, like Kentwood High School, Tahoma Open Doors, Tahoma Senior High School, and more. Learn more about what Covington has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Jenkins Creek Elementary School.

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