publichighGrade 9-12

Federal Way High School

30611 16Th Av S, Federal Way, WA 98003, United States

+1 (253) 945-5400

2.8

Overall Rating

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Federal Way High School Overview

About This School

Federal Way High School is a public high in Federal Way, Washington, serving 1,665 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate 62% proficiency in ELA and 22% proficiency in science. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 20:1 with 80 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $91,503. Guidance services are supported by a ratio of 416 students per counselor. The student body is composed of 53% male and 47% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population includes 40% Hispanic, 17% Black, 14% White, 12% Asian, and 10% students of two or more races.

1,665

Total Students

Grade 9-12

20:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

80 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts62%

Mathematics0%

Science22%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

Grade 9-12

County

King County

Students per Counselor

416:1

Federal Way High School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

62%

English Language Arts

City Avg: 40%State Avg: 52%

N/A

Mathematics

22%

Science

City Avg: 36%State Avg: 49%

Class Information

20:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 17.7:1

State Avg: 19:1

416

Students per Counselor

Federal Way High School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$91,503

City Avg: $91,503

State Avg: $93,190

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio20:1

Students per Counselor416:1

Federal Way High School Student Demographics

Student Body

52.67%

Male

46.97%

Female

Total Enrollment: 1,665 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White14.05%

Hispanic40.36%

Asian12.25%

Black17.06%

Two or More Races10.39%

Native American0.3%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Federal Way High School

Q: What is Federal Way High School?

A: Federal Way High School is a high public located in Federal Way.

Q: How many students attend Federal Way High School?

A: Federal Way High School has approximately 1,665 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Federal Way High School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Federal Way High School is 20:1.

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Detailed Information about Federal Way High School

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

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About Federal Way High School - Federal Way, WA

Quick Facts about Federal Way High School
School Name	Federal Way High School
School Type	public
Grade Levels	Grade 9-12
Location	30611 16Th Av S, Federal Way, WA 98003, Federal Way, WA
County	King County
Phone	+1 (253) 945-5400
Total Students	1,665
Student-Teacher Ratio	20:1
Full-Time Teachers	80
Rating	2.8/10
ELA Proficiency	62%
Math Proficiency	%
Science Proficiency	22%

Frequently Asked Questions about Federal Way High School

What is Federal Way High School?

Federal Way High School is a high public located in Federal Way.

How many students attend Federal Way High School?

Federal Way High School has approximately 1,665 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Federal Way High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Federal Way High School is 20:1.

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