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#1742 of 2,228 schools in WA
Highlands Elementary School
Elementary School · Renton School District
2720 NE 7th St, Renton, WA 98056
Enrollment
403
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
403
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,742 of 2,228
In Renton
#26 of 30
public schools
In district
#22 of 27
Renton School District
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Highlands Elementary School
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About Highlands Elementary School
Highlands Elementary School is a public elementary school in Renton, WA, part of Renton School District. Highlands Elementary School serves approximately 403 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Highlands Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,742 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Highlands Elementary School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
53% of students at Highlands 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
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Highlands Elementary School — Students at Highlands Elementary School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.2/10.
How Highlands Elementary School Compares
See how Highlands Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2720 NE 7th St, Renton, WA 98056
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Highlands Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sartori Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Newcastle Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Newcastle), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Maplewood Heights Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Renton, see our Renton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ella Baker High School (Open Doors) Renton | 0.5 mi | — |
| Renton Technical High School Renton | 0.5 mi | — |
| McKnight Middle School Renton | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Meadow Crest Early Childhood Education Center Renton | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Honey Dew Elementary Renton | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| Sartori Elementary School Renton | 1.1 mi | 9.3 |
| RENTON PREP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Renton | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| AMAZING GRACE RENTON PREP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Renton | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Sierra Heights Elementary School Renton | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Kennydale Elementary School Renton | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Griffin Home Renton | 1.7 mi | — |
| Tiffany Park Elementary School Renton | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| PHOENIX MONTESSORI Renton | 2.1 mi | — |
| Hazen Senior High School Renton | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Renton Senior High School Renton | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| ST ANTHONY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Renton | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Cascade Elementary School Renton | 2.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Maplewood Heights Elementary School Renton | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Newcastle Elementary School Newcastle | 2.4 mi | 9.0 |
| Nelsen Middle School Renton | 2.7 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98056 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$108,596
Median Home Value
$726,300
Median Rent
$1,992/mo
Population
36,872
College Educated
44.1%
Homeownership
55%
Avg Commute
28.5 min
Poverty Rate
7.1%
Median Age
38.8
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|---|---|
| Allen Creek Elementary School Marysville, WA | 5.0 |
| Arthur Jacobsen Elementary Auburn, WA | 5.0 |
| Audubon Elementary Spokane, WA | 5.0 |
| Bemiss Elementary Spokane, WA | 5.0 |
| CASCADE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS - FREDERICKSON ELEM. Tacoma, WA | 5.0 |
| Concrete Elementary Concrete, WA | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Highlands Elementary School
What grades does Highlands Elementary School serve?
Highlands Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Highlands Elementary School?
Highlands Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 403 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Highlands Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Highlands Elementary School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Highlands Elementary School rank in WA?
Highlands Elementary School ranks #1,742 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Highlands Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Highlands Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Highlands Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Highlands Elementary School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Highlands Elementary School a charter school?
No, Highlands Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Highlands Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Highlands Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Highlands Elementary School?
71.0% of students at Highlands 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 403
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- King County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.1%
- Phone
- (425) 204-4600
Resources & Links
District
Renton School District- District Enrollment
- 15,081
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,241
- District Rank
- #22 of 27
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