Kennydale Elementary School

1700 Ne 28th St
Renton, WA 98056
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
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Top 30%
Serving 500 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kennydale Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 500 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 77%
  • : Top 30% in WA
  • : 59% (Top 20%)
  • : 54% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Kennydale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:

School Overview

Kennydale Elementary School's student population of 500 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
500 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sun. Aug 31, 2025
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 24, 2026
School Motto
Ensure Learning for All
School Mascot
Kodiaks

School Rankings

Kennydale Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kennydale Elementary School is 0.78, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (WA)
#562 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
59%
41%
54%
53%
60-64%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
25%
9%
Hispanic
30%
26%
Black
9%
5%
White
23%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
13%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
0.78
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Kodiaks
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kennydale Elementary School's ranking?
Kennydale Elementary School is ranked #562 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Kennydale Elementary School often compared to?
Kennydale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hazelwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Kennydale Elementary School?
500 students attend Kennydale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Kennydale Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Asian, 23% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kennydale Elementary School?
Kennydale Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Kennydale Elementary School offer ?
Kennydale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kennydale Elementary School part of?
Kennydale Elementary School is part of Renton School District.
In what neighborhood is Kennydale Elementary School located?
Kennydale Elementary School is located in the Kennydale neighborhood of Renton, WA. There are 1 other public schools located in Kennydale.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 500 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 77%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 59% (Top 20%)
  • : 54% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

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