Serving 276 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Honey Dew Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 276 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Honey Dew Elementary serves the northeast part of Renton, WA, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Honey Dew Elementary School's student population of 276 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
276 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
At Honey Dew, we are a diverse community that stands against racism and oppression while engaging in rigorous learning and building a positive, safe, and connected environment.
School Rankings
Honey Dew Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Honey Dew Elementary School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1629 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Asian
11%
9%
Hispanic
57%
27%
Black
10%
5%
White
11%
47%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.4%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Honey Dew Elementary School's ranking?
Honey Dew Elementary School is ranked #1629 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Honey Dew Elementary School often compared to?
Honey Dew Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maplewood Heights Elementary School, Sierra Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Honey Dew Elementary School?
276 students attend Honey Dew Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Honey Dew Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 11% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Honey Dew Elementary School?
Honey Dew Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Honey Dew Elementary School offer ?
Honey Dew Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Honey Dew Elementary School part of?
Honey Dew Elementary School is part of Renton School District.
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