Federal Way High School is a public high school located in Federal Way, Washington. It was originally built in 1938. A new campus opened in the fall of 2016.
Serving 1,645 students in grades 9-12, Federal Way High School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 17% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,645 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 30% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Federal Way High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Federal Way High School's student population of 1,645 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,645 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Year Founded
1938
Colors
White, Blue
School Rankings
Federal Way High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Federal Way High School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1301 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
9%
Hispanic
41%
26%
Black
18%
5%
White
14%
48%
Hawaiian
7%
2%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Federal Way High School's ranking?
Federal Way High School is ranked #1301 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Federal Way High School often compared to?
Federal Way High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Decatur High School, Todd Beamer High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Federal Way High School?
The graduation rate of Federal Way High School is 90%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Federal Way High School?
1,645 students attend Federal Way High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Federal Way High School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Federal Way High School?
Federal Way High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Federal Way High School offer ?
Federal Way High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Federal Way High School part of?
Federal Way High School is part of Federal Way School District.
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