BRIARWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Briarwood Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Issaquah School District school district, located in RENTON, WA with about 701 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 41 teachers, Briarwood Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Briarwood Elementary School, located in Renton, Washington, is a public school serving students in the Renton School District. Situated in a suburban neighborhood, the school provides a foundational educational experience for children in the surrounding community, focusing on core academic subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies. Like other schools within the district, Briarwood emphasizes a supportive learning environment designed to foster both intellectual growth and social-emotional development for its diverse student body.

Beyond its core curriculum, Briarwood Elementary typically engages students through a variety of extracurricular activities and school-wide programs that encourage community involvement and school spirit. The school operates with a focus on collaborative learning, aiming to prepare its students for the transition to middle school by instilling essential skills such as critical thinking, communication, and collaboration. As part of the Renton community, the school works closely with families and parent-teacher organizations to create a well-rounded educational experience that supports the individual needs of its learners.

For more information, contact Briarwood Elementary at (425) 837-5000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.