Best Public Schools in Zip Code 98055

This analysis covers seven schools in the Renton, WA 98055 zip code, part of the Renton School District, serving grades K-12 with a mix of traditional and alternative programs and a total enrollment near 2,800 students.

The educational landscape here is mixed, with significant differences between school types. Talbot Hill Elementary School stands out among traditional schools with a 3-star rating and the strongest test scores, particularly in math. However, student performance tends to decline in the traditional secondary pathway, with both Nelsen Middle School and Renton Senior High School receiving 1-star ratings and proficiency rates below state averages, especially in high school mathematics.

Interestingly, the top academic performer in the area is the alternative H.O.M.E. Program, which exceeds district and state averages in English, math, and science. Other alternative schools like Renton Academy and Open Door Youth Reengagement serve specialized missions with very different resource levels, from extremely high per-student spending to very low. The district itself is ranked in the middle statewide, indicating that the challenges and successes seen in these individual schools are part of a broader context.