Serving 323 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sierra Heights Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (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 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 323 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sierra Heights Elementary School serves the northeast section of Renton, WA, covering an area of approximately 1.9 square miles. Most families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sierra Heights Elementary School's student population of 323 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
323 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Sierra Heights fosters independent and capable learners who strive to better themselves and our community.
School Rankings
Sierra Heights 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 Sierra Heights Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#1232 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
17%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
43%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
22%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.2%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-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 Sierra Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Sierra Heights Elementary School is ranked #1232 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Sierra Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Sierra Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maplewood Heights Elementary School, Honey Dew Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Sierra Heights Elementary School?
323 students attend Sierra Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Sierra Heights Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sierra Heights Elementary School?
Sierra Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sierra Heights Elementary School offer ?
Sierra Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sierra Heights Elementary School part of?
Sierra Heights Elementary School is part of Renton School District.
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