Serving 337 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sierra Heights Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sierra Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sierra Heights Elementary School's student population of 337 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
337 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
Sierra Heights fosters independent and capable learners who strive to better themselves and our community.
School Rankings
Sierra Heights 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 Sierra Heights Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#1232 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
9%
Hispanic
43%
26%
Black
8%
5%
White
21%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Sierra Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Sierra Heights Elementary School is ranked #1232 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Sierra Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Sierra Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maplewood Heights Elementary School, Honey Dew Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Sierra Heights Elementary School?
337 students attend Sierra Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Sierra Heights Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sierra Heights Elementary School?
Sierra Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Sierra Heights Elementary School offer ?
Sierra Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sierra Heights Elementary School part of?
Sierra Heights Elementary School is part of Renton School District.
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