Federal Way Public Academy

34620 9th Av S
Federal Way, WA 98003
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
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Top 20%
Serving 308 students in grades 6-10, Federal Way Public Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic and Asian).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-10
  • Enrollment: 308 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 61%
  • : Top 20% in WA
  • : 67% (Btm 50%)
  • : 82% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Federal Way Public Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:

School Overview

Federal Way Public Academy's student population of 308 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-10
Total Students
308 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
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School Rankings

Federal Way Public Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Federal Way Public Academy is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (WA)
#207 out of 2052 schools
(Top 20%)
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(18-19)
67%
50%
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(18-19)
82%
61%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
16:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
16%
9%
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Hispanic
20%
25%
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Black
10%
5%
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White
39%
50%
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Hawaiian
n/a
1%
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Two or more races
15%
9%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.76
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Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
36%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
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School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Federal Way Public Academy's ranking?
Federal Way Public Academy is ranked #207 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Federal Way Public Academy?
308 students attend Federal Way Public Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Federal Way Public Academy students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 10% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Federal Way Public Academy?
Federal Way Public Academy has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Federal Way Public Academy offer ?
Federal Way Public Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-10
What school district is Federal Way Public Academy part of?
Federal Way Public Academy is part of Federal Way School District.

School Reviews

5   9/15/2020
Elise Nicholes Having been employed by the federal way school district gifted program and Subsequently Federal Way, Public Academy it is interesting to follow the progress of this wonderful school. My two sons who are each in the gifted program were in seventh and eighth grade the first year Federal Way Public Academy opened. They have gone on to be very successful in their careers. Delighted to see the exemplary progress of the school and a wish for continued success.
- Posted by Parent - Elise Nicholes
5   4/4/2011
10/10 for academic programs. A couple of music,art,etc activities. A LOT of academic & athletic awards. The building is in GREAT condition, is also the best school in Federal Way. 100/100 PARENT INVOLVMENT!! BEST SCHOOL EVER!
- Posted by Student/Alumni - beard

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-10
  • Enrollment: 308 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 61%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 67% (Btm 50%)
  • : 82% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

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