Federal Way School District

The Federal Way School District in Washington state encompasses 41 schools, including 23 elementary schools, 7 middle schools, 9 high schools, and 2 alternative schools, serving a diverse student population. The district faces significant challenges, with many schools struggling academically, but there are also pockets of excellence that provide valuable insights.

Among the standout schools in the district, Federal Way Public Academy, a middle school, ranks 5 out of 5 stars on SchoolDigger and boasts exceptional academic performance, with 81.59% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and 61.25% in Math - far exceeding the district and state averages. Another high-performing school is Nautilus K-8 School, which ranks 3 out of 5 stars and has impressive proficiency rates in both ELA (42.22%) and Math (38.29%) across all grades. Additionally, Twin Lakes Elementary School, ranking 3 out of 5 stars, stands out with 49.7% of students proficient or better in ELA and 40.24% in Math.

However, the district as a whole faces significant challenges, with low academic performance and wide disparities between the highest and lowest performing schools. Graduation rates range from 79.4% at Career Academy at Truman High School to 89.8% at Thomas Jefferson High School, and dropout rates vary from 4.6% at Decatur High School to 27.5% at Open Doors Youth Reengagement. Addressing these disparities and supporting the needs of all students will be crucial for the district's future success.