Best Schools in Covington, Washington
8 schools · 4 Elementary · 3 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Covington by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Crestwood Elementary School
Elementary · Kent School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Maple View Middle School
Middle · Tahoma School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Covington Elementary School
Elementary · Kent School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Covington for 2026 are Crestwood Elementary School (8.5/10), Maple View Middle School (6.7/10), and Covington Elementary School (6.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
8
in this city
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$613,000
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
8
in this city
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$613,000
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 8.5/10 despite 38% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.8 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Covington schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +11.0 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Covington schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Covington
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 of 8). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Crestwood Elementary School | 8.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Maple View Middle School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Covington Elementary School | 6.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Cedar Valley Elementary School | 6.2 / 10 |
| 5 | Mattson Middle School | 5.7 / 10 |
| 6 | Cedar Heights Middle School | 4.9 / 10 |
| 7 | Jenkins Creek Elementary School | 4.8 / 10 |
| 8 | Kentwood High School | 4.4 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.0/10
- Median household income
- $125,554
- Median home value
- $613,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 34%
- Avg commute
- 34 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 82%
13% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Covington compares
Washington rank
#105 of 193
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.4
below Washington avg (6.4)
Median household income
$126k
141% of Washington median
Schools in this city
8
About Schools in Covington, Washington
Covington, Washington is home to 8 schools, including 8 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.0 out of 10, schools in Covington show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Covington is Crestwood Elementary School with a composite score of 8.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Covington is served by 2 school districts: Kent School District, Tahoma School District. These districts collectively serve 34,933 students.
Covington's community shows 34% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $125,554. The poverty rate in the area is 4.1%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 393 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.5 |
| 2 | 478 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.5 |
| 3 | 315 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.2 |
| 4 | 336 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.8 |
Middle Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 977 students · 6th–8th | 6.7 |
| 2 | 779 students · 6th–8th | 5.7 |
| 3 | 914 students · 6th–8th | 4.9 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,988 students · 9th–12th | 4.4 |
Schools in Covington
Covington, Washington · 8 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$125,554
Median Home Value
$613,000
Median Rent
$2,121/mo
Population
48,594
College Educated
34%
Homeownership
82%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Community Profile
Covington has a median household income of $125,554. It is an area where 34% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $613,000, with a median rent of $2,121/month. The local poverty rate of 4.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 34 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Washington
- Elementary
- 4
- Middle
- 3
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Covington, Washington
How many schools are in Covington, Washington?
Covington has 8 schools, including 8 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Covington, Washington?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Covington is 6.0 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Covington, Washington?
The top-ranked school in Covington on MySchoolScout is Crestwood Elementary School with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Covington, Washington?
The top-ranked elementary school in Covington on MySchoolScout is Crestwood Elementary School with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Covington, Washington?
The top-ranked middle school in Covington on MySchoolScout is Maple View Middle School with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What is the best high school in Covington, Washington?
The top-ranked high school in Covington on MySchoolScout is Kentwood High School with a composite score of 4.4/10.
How many school districts serve Covington, Washington?
Covington is served by 2 school districts: Kent School District, Tahoma School District.
What is the education level in Covington, Washington?
According to Census data, 34% of adults in Covington have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Covington, Washington?
The median household income in Covington is approximately $125,554 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Covington, Washington?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Covington is 17.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Covington, Washington?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Washington Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.