Highlands Elementary School vs Kennydale Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 2.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highlands Elementary School
Renton · Public elementary · Grades K–5
386 students
Kennydale Elementary School
Renton · Public elementary · Grades K–5
511 students
| Measure | Highlands Elementary School Renton, Washington | Kennydale Elementary School Renton, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #941 of 1,154 | #320 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #33288 of 50,301 | #11546 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 386 | 511 |
| Enrollment | 386 | 511 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.2% | 39.3% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 17.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 66% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 67% |
| city | Renton | Renton |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kennydale Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.7 vs 38.0).
- •Kennydale Elementary School does better on math proficiency (67% vs 41%).
- •Kennydale Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (66% vs 39%).
- •Kennydale Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39.3% vs 70.2%).
- •Highlands Elementary School does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 17.0).
- •Kennydale Elementary School is the larger school with 511 students compared with 386.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Highlands Elementary School better than Kennydale Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Kennydale Elementary School ranks higher (69.7 vs 38.0 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Highlands Elementary School and Kennydale Elementary School?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Renton and Renton in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highlands Elementary School: 386. Kennydale Elementary School: 511. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highlands Elementary School and Kennydale Elementary School rank in Washington?
Highlands Elementary School is 941st of 1,154 and Kennydale Elementary School is 320th of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).