Excellent
#373 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 17% in state
Maplewood Heights Elementary School
Elementary School · Renton School District
130 Jericho Ave SE, Renton, WA 98059
Enrollment
405
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
405
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#373 of 2,228
In Renton
#8 of 30
public schools
In district
#4 of 27
Renton School District
Equity
8.9 / 10
Excellent
Shortlisting around Maplewood Heights Elementary School?
Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Maplewood Heights Elementary School
Elementary School in Renton · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Apollo Elementary
1.1 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
Hazen Senior High School
1.3 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About Maplewood Heights Elementary School
Maplewood Heights Elementary School is a public elementary school in Renton, WA, part of Renton School District. Maplewood Heights Elementary School serves approximately 405 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Maplewood Heights Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #373 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Maplewood Heights Elementary School show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 6.4
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Maplewood Heights 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 metricsView breakdown
View breakdown
View breakdown
Maplewood Heights Elementary School — Students at Maplewood Heights Elementary School score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
16.8%
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: 8.0/10.
How Maplewood Heights Elementary School Compares
See how Maplewood Heights Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
130 Jericho Ave SE, Renton, WA 98059
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Maplewood Heights Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Briarwood Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Apollo Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CEDAR RIVER MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Renton, see our Renton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Apollo Elementary Renton | 1.1 mi | 9.0 |
| Hazen Senior High School Renton | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Honey Dew Elementary Renton | 1.2 mi | 3.8 |
| RENTON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Renton | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| CEDAR RIVER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Renton | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Fairwood Elementary School Renton | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Liberty Sr High School Renton | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Ella Baker High School (Open Doors) Renton | 1.5 mi | — |
| Renton Technical High School Renton | 1.5 mi | — |
| Briarwood Elementary Renton | 1.5 mi | 9.3 |
| Lindbergh Senior High School Renton | 2.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Maywood Middle School Renton | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Tiffany Park Elementary School Renton | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Sierra Heights Elementary School Renton | 2.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Highlands Elementary School Renton | 1.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Renton Park Elementary School Renton | 2.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Meadow Crest Early Childhood Education Center Renton | 2.4 mi | 5.3 |
| PHOENIX MONTESSORI Renton | 2.2 mi | — |
| McKnight Middle School Renton | 2.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Cascade Elementary School Renton | 2.4 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98059 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$134,336
Median Home Value
$809,800
Median Rent
$2,230/mo
Population
41,639
College Educated
50.7%
Homeownership
77.6%
Avg Commute
31.3 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
38.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alpine Lakes Elementary Leavenworth, WA | 8.2 |
| Arcadia Elementary Deer Park, WA | 8.2 |
| Brewster Elementary School Brewster, WA | 8.2 |
| Byron Kibler Elementary School Enumclaw, WA | 8.2 |
| Harriet Rowley Mount Vernon, WA | 8.2 |
| Jing Mei Elementary School Bellevue, WA | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Maplewood Heights Elementary School
What grades does Maplewood Heights Elementary School serve?
Maplewood Heights Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Maplewood Heights Elementary School?
Maplewood Heights Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 405 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Maplewood Heights Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Maplewood Heights Elementary School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Maplewood Heights Elementary School rank in WA?
Maplewood Heights Elementary School ranks #373 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Maplewood Heights Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Maplewood Heights Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Maplewood Heights Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Maplewood Heights Elementary School has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Maplewood Heights Elementary School a charter school?
No, Maplewood Heights Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Maplewood Heights Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Maplewood Heights Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Maplewood Heights Elementary School?
16.8% of students at Maplewood Heights 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
Powered by 
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 405
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 16.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- King County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.3%
- Phone
- (425) 204-4750
Resources & Links
District
Renton School District- District Enrollment
- 15,081
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,241
- District Rank
- #4 of 27
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateRelated reading
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.