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#359 of 381 private schools in WA

Maple Valley Elementary School

Elementary School

16700 174TH AVE SE, Renton, WA 98058

Private

Enrollment

80

Student-Teacher

80:1

Score

4.2

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Washington private schools

#359 of 381

In Renton

#8 of 8

public schools

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Maple Valley Elementary School

4.2/10

Elementary School in Renton · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Ridgewood Elementary School

8.3/10

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6.2/10

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About Maple Valley Elementary School

Maple Valley Elementary School is a private elementary school in Renton, WA. Maple Valley Elementary School serves approximately 80 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 80:1 student-teacher ratio. Maple Valley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #359 of 381 private schools in WA.

How it compares2.6 pts below WA schools
  • This school 4.2 · Below Average
  • WA avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 80 students, Maple Valley Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Maple Valley Elementary School runs 80:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Maple Valley Elementary School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Maple Valley Elementary School compares to 27 public schools serving similar grades in Renton, WA

Student-Teacher Ratio
80:1
This School
vs
17.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
80
This School
vs
451
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.2
This School
vs
6.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 67.5% vs 0%
Asian 16.2% vs 0%
Black 8.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.5% vs 0%
Maple Valley Elementary School Renton Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Maple Valley Elementary School (this school) 4.2
Ridgewood Elementary School 8.3
Northwood Middle School 6.2
Maywood Middle School 8.2
Fairwood Elementary School 6.3
Briarwood Elementary 9.3
Maple Hills Elementary 9.3
Carriage Crest Elementary School 7.3
Maplewood Heights Elementary School 8.2
Renton Park Elementary School 4.0
Meeker Middle School 5.9
Tiffany Park Elementary School 5.6
Apollo Elementary 9.0
Cascade Elementary School 6.1
Benson Hill Elementary School 5.1
Honey Dew Elementary 3.8
Renton Academy 5.8
H.O.M.E. Program 5.2
Nelsen Middle School 4.4
Highlands Elementary School 5.0
Talbot Hill Elementary School 8.4

Showing 20 of 27 schools. View all schools in Renton

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in WA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
D 1.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 80:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.0 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,157
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.3 / 10
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Diversity Index 51%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.2 / 10
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Enrollment 80
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in WA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 67.5%
Asian 16.2%
Black 8.8%
Two or More 3.8%
Hispanic 2.5%
Pacific Islander 1.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

16700 174TH AVE SE, Renton, WA 98058

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Maple Valley Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Briarwood Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Maple Hills Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Apollo Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Renton, see our Renton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Ridgewood Elementary School Renton 1.0 mi 8.3
Northwood Middle School Renton 1.1 mi 6.2
Maywood Middle School Renton 1.3 mi 8.2
CEDAR RIVER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Renton 1.2 mi 7.1
Liberty Sr High School Renton 1.9 mi 7.8
RENTON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Renton 1.4 mi 5.2
Fairwood Elementary School Renton 1.4 mi 6.3
Briarwood Elementary Renton 2.1 mi 9.3
Maple Hills Elementary Renton 2.2 mi 9.3
Maplewood Heights Elementary School Renton 2.6 mi 8.2
Carriage Crest Elementary School Renton 2.3 mi 7.3
Lake Youngs Elementary School Kent 2.6 mi 8.3
Apollo Elementary Renton 3.3 mi 9.0
Lindbergh Senior High School Renton 2.6 mi 3.9
Renton Park Elementary School Renton 2.7 mi 4.0
Hazen Senior High School Renton 3.9 mi 6.4
Meeker Middle School Renton 3.2 mi 5.9
Maple View Middle School Covington 4.5 mi 6.7
Honey Dew Elementary Renton 3.8 mi 3.8
Tiffany Park Elementary School Renton 3.2 mi 5.6

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 Maple Valley Elementary School

What grades does Maple Valley Elementary School serve?

Maple Valley Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Maple Valley Elementary School?

Maple Valley Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 80 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Maple Valley Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Maple Valley Elementary School is 80:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Maple Valley Elementary School rank in WA?

Maple Valley Elementary School ranks #359 of 381 private schools in WA.

What is Maple Valley Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Maple Valley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Maple Valley Elementary School a private school?

Yes, Maple Valley Elementary School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Maple Valley Elementary School a religious school?

Maple Valley Elementary School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
14 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
80
Gender Split
54% M / 46% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
80:1
Teachers (FTE)
1
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
178 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
King County

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