Serving 364 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Renton Park Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Renton Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Renton Park Elementary School's student population of 364 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
364 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Renton Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Renton Park Elementary School is 0.78, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1812 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
9%
Hispanic
33%
26%
Black
17%
5%
White
22%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
14%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Renton Park Elementary School's ranking?
Renton Park Elementary School is ranked #1812 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Renton Park Elementary School?
364 students attend Renton Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Renton Park Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 14% of students are Asian, and 14% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Renton Park Elementary School?
Renton Park Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Renton Park Elementary School offer ?
Renton Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Renton Park Elementary School part of?
Renton Park Elementary School is part of Renton School District.
School Reviews
5 7/19/2017
Mr. Garrido did a good job teaching he's student Johanz and Ismael Javier thanks for that sir.
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