Needs Improvement
#2083 of 2,228 schools in WA
Honey Dew Elementary
Elementary School · Renton School District
800 Union Ave NE, Renton, WA 98058
Enrollment
295
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
295
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#2,083 of 2,228
In Renton
#30 of 30
public schools
In district
#27 of 27
Renton School District
School environment
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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About Honey Dew Elementary
Honey Dew Elementary is a public elementary school in Renton, WA, part of Renton School District. Honey Dew Elementary serves approximately 295 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Honey Dew Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,083 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Honey Dew Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.4
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
47% of students at Honey Dew Elementary 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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Honey Dew Elementary — Students at Honey Dew Elementary score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 28 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.3/10.
How Honey Dew Elementary Compares
See how Honey Dew Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
800 Union Ave NE, Renton, WA 98058
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Honey Dew Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sartori Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Apollo Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Newcastle Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Newcastle), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Renton, see our Renton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hazen Senior High School Renton | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Ella Baker High School (Open Doors) Renton | 0.8 mi | — |
| Renton Technical High School Renton | 0.8 mi | — |
| Sierra Heights Elementary School Renton | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Highlands Elementary School Renton | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Maplewood Heights Elementary School Renton | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Meadow Crest Early Childhood Education Center Renton | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| McKnight Middle School Renton | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Apollo Elementary Renton | 1.1 mi | 9.0 |
| Newcastle Elementary School Newcastle | 2.1 mi | 9.0 |
| Tiffany Park Elementary School Renton | 2.3 mi | 5.6 |
| PHOENIX MONTESSORI Renton | 2.4 mi | — |
| NEW LIFE MONTESSORI Newcastle | 2.7 mi | — |
| Sartori Elementary School Renton | 1.9 mi | 9.3 |
| Kennydale Elementary School Renton | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| RENTON PREP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Renton | 2.1 mi | 7.9 |
| AMAZING GRACE RENTON PREP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Renton | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Lindbergh Senior High School Renton | 2.9 mi | 3.9 |
| RENTON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Renton | 2.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Cascade Elementary School Renton | 2.8 mi | 6.1 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Lackamas Elementary Yelm, WA | 3.8 |
| Elmhurst Elementary School Tacoma, WA | 3.7 |
| Fruit Valley Elementary School Vancouver, WA | 3.7 |
| Jefferson Lincoln Elementary Centralia, WA | 3.9 |
| MONROE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Monroe, WA | 3.9 |
| Madrona Elementary Seatac, WA | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Honey Dew Elementary
What grades does Honey Dew Elementary serve?
Honey Dew Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Honey Dew Elementary?
Honey Dew Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 295 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Honey Dew Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Honey Dew Elementary is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Honey Dew Elementary rank in WA?
Honey Dew Elementary ranks #2,083 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Honey Dew Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Honey Dew Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Honey Dew Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Honey Dew Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).
Is Honey Dew Elementary a charter school?
No, Honey Dew Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Honey Dew Elementary a Title I school?
No, Honey Dew Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Honey Dew Elementary?
67.1% of students at Honey Dew Elementary 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
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 295
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- King County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.1%
- Phone
- (425) 204-4800
Resources & Links
District
Renton School District- District Enrollment
- 15,081
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,241
- District Rank
- #27 of 27
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