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Very Good

#676 of 2,228 schools in WA

Top 30% in state

Carriage Crest Elementary School

Elementary School · Kent School District

18235 140th Ave SE, Renton, WA 98058

Enrollment

324

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#676 of 2,228

In Renton

#10 of 30

public schools

In district

#8 of 42

Kent School District

School environment

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Carriage Crest Elementary School

7.3/10

Elementary School in Renton · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.3/10

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About Carriage Crest Elementary School

Carriage Crest Elementary School is a public elementary school in Renton, WA, part of Kent School District. Carriage Crest Elementary School serves approximately 324 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Carriage Crest Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #676 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Carriage Crest Elementary School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.2 pts above district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.1
  • WA avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

31% of students at Carriage Crest Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.1Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.28 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52.5% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51.9% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg+0.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.5 pts
Overall Proficiency52% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected-2.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile57th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,199
Chronic Absenteeism30.9%

Carriage Crest Elementary School — Students at Carriage Crest Elementary School score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

34.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 61.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 66.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
50.2% (2024 SBA)

Based on 32 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
61%
ELA
73%
2010
Math
70%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
73%
ELA
78%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
78%
2014
Math
63%
ELA
66%
2015
Math
65%
ELA
76%
2016
Math
66%
ELA
73%
2017
Math
66%
ELA
71%
2018
Math
58%
ELA
69%
2019
Math
58%
ELA
69%
2022
Math
51.5%
ELA
59%
2024
Math
52.4%
ELA
52.2%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.1/10.

How Carriage Crest Elementary School Compares

See how Carriage Crest Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
70th percentile in WA
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
35%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

18235 140th Ave SE, Renton, WA 98058

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Carriage Crest Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sunrise Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Kent), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lake Youngs Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Kent), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ridgewood Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Renton, see our Renton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Lake Youngs Elementary School Kent 0.9 mi 8.3
Meeker Middle School Renton 0.9 mi 5.9
Renton Park Elementary School Renton 1.1 mi 4.0
Lindbergh Senior High School Renton 1.3 mi 3.9
Fairwood Elementary School Renton 1.3 mi 6.3
Kentridge High School Kent 1.7 mi 5.6
Glenridge Elementary Kent 1.4 mi 7.0
RENTON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Renton 1.9 mi 5.2
Benson Hill Elementary School Renton 1.5 mi 5.1
Ridgewood Elementary School Renton 1.6 mi 8.3
Tiffany Park Elementary School Renton 2.1 mi 5.6
Cascade Elementary School Renton 1.9 mi 6.1
Soos Creek Elementary School Kent 2.3 mi 6.5
Sunrise Elementary School Kent 2.5 mi 8.4
CASCADE VISTA BAPTIST SCHOOL Kent 2.1 mi 6.3
Emerald Park Elementary School Kent 2.3 mi 6.5
PHOENIX MONTESSORI Renton 2.3 mi
CEDAR RIVER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Renton 2.4 mi 7.1
KING OF KINGS LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Renton 1.9 mi
Northwood Middle School Renton 2.0 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98058 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$111,045

Median Home Value

$627,200

Median Rent

$2,015/mo

Population

41,980

College Educated

41.4%

Homeownership

73.2%

Avg Commute

32.2 min

Poverty Rate

7.8%

Median Age

38.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Carriage Crest Elementary School

What grades does Carriage Crest Elementary School serve?

Carriage Crest Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Carriage Crest Elementary School?

Carriage Crest Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 324 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Carriage Crest Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Carriage Crest Elementary School is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Carriage Crest Elementary School rank in WA?

Carriage Crest Elementary School ranks #676 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Carriage Crest Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Carriage Crest Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Carriage Crest Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Carriage Crest Elementary School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Carriage Crest Elementary School a charter school?

No, Carriage Crest Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Carriage Crest Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Carriage Crest Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carriage Crest Elementary School?

34.9% of students at Carriage Crest Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
15 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
29 Some Transit
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
324
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
34.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
King County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.9%

District

Kent School District
District Enrollment
25,700
Schools in District
46
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,199
District Rank
#8 of 42

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