Serving 24 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Renton Academy 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 24 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Renton Academy's student population of 24 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
24 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Renton Academy 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 Renton Academy is 0.74, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1985 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
29%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
29%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
29%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Renton Academy's ranking?
Renton Academy is ranked #1985 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Renton Academy?
24 students attend Renton Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Renton Academy students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 29% of students are White, and 13% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Renton Academy?
Renton Academy has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Renton Academy offer ?
Renton Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Renton Academy part of?
Renton Academy is part of Renton School District.
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